YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley is inviting schools, businesses, churches and community organizations to participate in its annual Socktober campaign, a monthlong effort to collect new undergarments for individuals staying at the shelter.
“During Socktober at the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley, we’re reminded that dignity starts with the basics,” said Jack Trickett, chief support officer at the rescue mission. “New undershirts, bras and underwear restore dignity for our guests who often arrive with little more than the clothes on their backs. These donations help restore confidence, promote good hygiene and show our community’s compassion in action. Every item given is a step toward hope for one of our guests.”
In 2024, the rescue mission provided shelter to 1,198 men, women and children.
Here’s how to help:
- Sign up to host a collection drive: Schools, businesses and churches can register HERE.
- Donate funds online: Support the purchase of undergarments HERE.
- Shop the Amazon Wishlist: Go HERE to send items directly to the rescue mission.
- Drop off donations: Individuals can bring new undergarments directly to the rescue mission, 1300 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., or WKBN, 3930 Sunset Blvd., from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Items needed include boxer briefs for men; plain T-shirts for men, women and children; underwear for women and children; and bras for women.
For more information or to get involved, contact Crystal Eckman, rescue mission ambassador, at 330 744 5485 or Ceckman@RescueMissionMV.org.