Clear Out Your Closets and Help People in Need

DENVER, April 15 /PRNewswire/ -- The cities of Littleton, Englewood, and Sheridan (the Tri Cities), and South Suburban Parks and Recreation have partnered with the Arc Thrift Stores and Inter-Faith Community Services for the "Epic Spring Cleaning" event, Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Pirates Cove Aquatic Park, 1225 West Belleview Avenue in Englewood.

According to Littleton Mayor Doug Clark, non-profits are in need of clothing and household donations to meet ongoing demand.  "The Epic Spring Cleaning event is a chance for people to clean out their closets while supporting Colorado-based local charities that in turn support people with developmental disabilities, their families and the under privileged," Clark said.

Residents are invited to bring gently used clothing, household items and furniture to the drop off site.  They'll receive a tax donation slip in return.  Small electronics, food and toiletries will be accepted but no paint, motor oil or chemicals.  

Sandra Blythe-Perry, Inter-Faith Community Services executive director said, "We're excited to partner with Arc Thrift Stores in this wonderful event that will have a meaningful impact for people in need throughout our communities."

Volunteers are needed to assist participants in unloading donated goods at the drop-off site and placing them in boxes for distribution.  If you'd like to help, contact David Diedrich with Arc Thrift Stores at 720-299-3120.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be held the following Saturday, April 24 at Pirates Cove.

About Arc Thrift Stores

Arc Thrift Stores operates 19 thrift stores throughout Colorado and provides funding to Arc chapters, which in turn provide advocacy for people with developmental disabilities.  Arc Thrift Stores is one of the largest employers of individuals with developmental disabilities in the State of Colorado.  Visit Arc Thrift Stores at www.arcthrift.com to learn more.

About Inter-Faith Community Services

Inter-Faith is the largest non-governmental agency helping individuals, families and seniors who are struggling in the south metro Denver area.  No other non-profit agency in the area helps with the comprehensive assistance and follow-up that Inter-Faith provides.  Inter-Faith helps people living in western Arapahoe County and northern Douglas County as well as unincorporated parts of Arapahoe County (Centennial, Englewood, Glendale, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan).  All programs are designed as a "hand up, not a hand out."  All of Inter-Faith's programs are intended to get people back on their feet and on their way to self-sufficiency.  All programs and services are delivered in a manner that preserves the dignity and sense of self-worth of all clients.

SOURCE Arc Thrift Stores