February 23, 2026 – Northeast Community Fund will host its 2026 Love Thy Neighbor Clothing Room Drive-Thru Donation Event on Wednesday, February 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Decatur.
The one-day community initiative aims to raise $25,000 in combined clothing and monetary donations to restock the organization’s Clothing Room and Household Essentials inventory. Organizers say the effort helps ensure local families have access to basic necessities with dignity and care.
NECF is seeking new or gently used coats and jackets, shoes and boots, new undergarments and socks, and gently used clothing for children, adults and seniors. Household essentials such as silverware, cookware, sheets, blankets, towels and washcloths are also requested. All donated items should be clean and in good condition.
Financial contributions are encouraged to help fill inventory gaps throughout the year. Donors who give $100 or more will receive a sweet treat, and those contributing $500 or more will be entered into a special giveaway.
The event is designed to be contactless and convenient. Donors should follow posted signage and enter at the south end of the building, where volunteers will assist with unloading. No appointment is required.
Through its Love Thy Neighbor initiative, Northeast Community Fund provides clothing and household essentials to thousands of Decatur-area residents each year, supporting employment, school attendance and housing stability.
