2025 Corporate Support & Employee Engagement Opportunities
“Hundreds of students have received items from Catie's Closet throughout the year. We've built family relationships by being able to collaborate with them on getting kids to school and making sure they have what they need when they arrive. Students love being able to choose items themselves and " go shopping" in the closet; it gives them a sense of independence and pride.”
School Adjustment Counselor, Lincoln Elementary School
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Anne-Marie Sousa Board President & Founder
The Arbors at Dracut
Laura Bisson Co-Founder UnitedHealth Group
Lynne Baril Co-Founder
Tufts Medicine
Melissa Herman Login VSI
Jodie Payette
Deloitte Consulting
Katie Belanger, CPA
AAFCPAs, Inc
Robin Seldman
Morgan Stanley
David Leuci
Pheonix3 Holdings
A messagefrom the CEO
Your support for local youth in need is an investment in your company’s future.
We often hear the phrase, “children are our future,” to describe the profound influence our youngest generations will have on the time to come. They are the future of our communities, culture, society, and entire world Children are also the future of your business.
The children who are currently in school learning to spell, tie their shoes, and multiply, and experiencing the value of communication, empathy, and teamwork, will eventually be the individuals responsible for sustaining your business
Doesn’t it make sense to start investing in them now?
One in seven children live in poverty across the country, and there are 350,000 children in need across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Among these children could be the next leaders of your business, but only if they are afforded resources that help them realize their full potential Without access to basic essentials, they are at a disadvantage
That is the heart of Catie’s Closet’s mission: to give children in need lifechanging access to clothing and basic necessities so they can thrive in school and in life.
By partnering with Catie’s Closet, you make a lasting and positive impact on children in need. While breaking down barriers that obstruct their path to education, you engage employees and protect the future of your workforce, two major challenges businesses face in today’s constantly evolving world
Our Corporate Engagement Opportunities don’t come with a one-size-fitsall approach Your business is unique with its own goals, vision, methods of operation, and values. That’s why everything outlined in this packet is completely customizable to fit where you are today and where you want to be tomorrow.
We would be honored if you chose to support Catie’s Closet as you work to accomplish your mission, ensuring the posterity of both your business and our community
Sincerely, Mickey Cockrell, CEO
How We Serve
Our two signature programs are designed to meet children’s immediate needs for clothing, hygiene products, school supplies, footwear, and other basic necessities We build and maintain relationships with schools and social service agencies to serve students and children across classrooms and the community
IN-SCHOOL CLOSET PROGRAM
The In-School Closet Programs allows us to serve students right where they are: in school We transform unused spaces inside schools where 50% or more of the student population is living in poverty Accompanied to their closet by a trusted school faculty member, children are granted the agency to choose an unlimited amount of items to empower them to play and learn confidently. They can visit their school’s closet as often as they need.
SOS URGENT RESPONSE PROGRAM
The SOS Urgent Response Program supports the urgent needs of children transitioning between stable living conditions, including those who are homeless, moving into foster care, newcomers to the United States, fire victims, and survivors of abusive situations. Once we receive a special order from our agency partners, we work to create a customized package filled with up to two weeks’ worth of clothing and other essentials. Children typically receive their SOS orders within 24-48 hours to provide rapid relief.
Learn more about our In-School Closet Program.
H ELPING CHILDRENIN
IN TIMES OF TRANSITION
Learn more about our SOS Urgent Response Program.
Catie’s Closet gives children in need life-changing access to clothing and basic necessities.
93%
Students report improvement in self-esteem when they have access to clothing and basic necessities. Other positively impacted areas include attendance, behavior, academic performance, and classroom interaction.
87% of students believe having access to clothing and personal items in their school is important.
Ensure the continuous impact of your company by investing in the future success of today’s youth.
LEADERSHIP PARTNER
$100,000
Your generous investment in philanthropic and sponsorship opportunities empowers children in need on an annual basis.
SOS URGENT RESPONSE PROGRAM SPONSOR
$50,000
Your investment ensures children transitioning between stable living conditions are provided up to two weeks’ worth of clothing and necessities to provide relief during crisis situations.
NEW IN-SCHOOL CLOSET PROGRAM SPONSOR
$40,000
Your investment funds the building of a Catie’s Closet in a school and maintains inventory through the first school year.
SCHOOL SUCCESS SPONSOR
$25,000+
Your investment allows the operation of one In-School Closet at full inventory for one year.
WALK IN THEIR SHOES SPONSOR
$15,000
Your investment supports 500 children every step of the way with brand new sneakers and footwear.
HAIR CARE FOR ALL SPONSOR
$10,000
Your investment provides products to help children care for their natural and textured hair, and show up and shine every day.
BASIC NECESSITIES SPONSOR
$5,000
Your investment fulfills the daily inventory needs of new, full-sized toiletries and new packages of socks and underwear.
All sponsorship levels will receive customized recognition on our website and digital media, in-closet signage, and personalized employee engagement events.
Engagement Opportunities
Every fundraising and volunteer opportunity below is completely customizable to fit the needs, goals, and interests of your company and team members.
HOST A DRIVE
Reach 100% employee engagement by hosting a drive for our most urgently needed items We provide you with a customized digital flyer to help advertise your drive, as well as the option for donation boxes We also provide you with our Amazon Wishlist for a convenient way to give Pick-up options are available for qualifying locations upon completion of a drive FREE
$250
Level up your drive and bring the volunteering experience to your office with our Processing Party Kit! Along with the flyer and supplies for your clothing/toiletry drive, we will send you a kit to sort and process your donations The kit includes processing instructions and color coded materials to make your Processing Party a fun, engaging team opportunity that makes a big impact
Be a part of the Catie’s Closet magic with your gift of time and assistance in sorting and processing donations! Volunteer opportunities are available at our Distribution Centers in two-hour, weekday shifts for groups of up to 20 people per shift. SORTING AND PROCESSING SUGGESTED DONATION
CLOSET CHAMPION FREE
Help us make every Closet experience warm and welcoming as a Closet Champion! A Closet Champion visits their assigned closet weekly/biweekly during school hours to ensure it is clean, well-stocked, and organized. If there are any items needed for the closet, the Closet Champion works directly with our Distribution Centers to restock the closet. Three or four people can share the responsibilities of the position.
FEATURED OPPORTUNITY: Be Me®
Catie’s Closet helps children meet their most basic needs, empowering them to love and express themselves authentically. With the confidence to share their best selves with the world, they inspire others to do the same. This is the power of self-love and the Be Me® Movement We partner with businesses to create short videos that will inspire our youth to say, “I am proud to Be Me®” Showcase what makes your company and team members unapologetically confident while encouraging others to reflect on their own greatness Reach out to our team to join the movement!
CORPORATE MATCHING
Consider adding Catie's Closet to your company's payroll donation deduction program! Connect us with your HR or CSR team to include Catie's Closet as an option We are actively seeking company partners to help match various fundraising efforts throughout the year to double the impact in your local communities
PEER-TO-PEER TEAM FUNDRAISER
Raise money for local schools, together! Our peer-to-peer fundraising platform can be customized to your company’s fundraising goals. We set up a branded page for you to share with your team, clients, and entire network to maximize your fundraising efforts and impact. This is a great option for year-round support.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
The Advisory Board Member works in partnership with our team and is an Ambassador of the organization within their community This position would require lending your skills, guidance, network and knowledge to help Catie’s Closet grow and achieve its goals
Give the gift of your team’s talents! We are often looking to collaborate on various projects and initiatives to support our operations and programming This is a flexible, ongoing position SKILLED VOLUNTEERING
INTERESTED IN THESE OPPORTUNITIES? REACH OUT TO:
Bethany Welch - bethany@catiescloset.org
Events & Campaigns
Participate in our annual events and campaigns to engage your employees all year long!
GALA
MARCH
Our Annual Gala is our largest fundraiser of the year! Join us for a fun evening and experience how your support changes children’s lives
SPONSOR THE EVENT
DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM PURCHASE A TABLE
EARTH MONTH
APRIL
Create confident students and a healthy planet during this month-long celebration of environmental sustainability
BECOME AN EARTH MONTH PARTNER VOLUNTEER AT OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER HOST A GENTLY USED CLOTHING DRIVE
FILL THE BUS
AUG.&SEPT.
Make an impact during the back-to-school season by helping us fill our closets with essentials for our busiest time of the year!
HOST A COMMUNITY BUS STOP
BUILD CONFIDENCE PACKS
PARTICIPATE AS A TEAM IN OUR VIRTUAL 5K
SEASON OF GIVING
NOV.&DEC.
The Season of Giving comes at a critical time for our students during the winter months Help our students prepare for the temperature drop
HOST A HOLIDAY DRIVE
COLLECT GIFT CARDS FOR HOMELESS STUDENTS HOST A GIVING TUESDAY ONLINE FUNDRAISER
“Catie's Closet is such a huge support and makes such a difference in our school community. We are able to provide children and families with access to clothing and toiletries without shame, minimizing this barrier from their lives.”
Student & Families Support Specialist, Oliver Elementary School
Thank you for considering Catie's Closet in your corporate giving and employee engagement strategy. We would love the opportunity to work together to help even more children in need. Please reach out to learn more or start planning your company's engagement in 2025
MICKEY COCKRELL
Co-Founder/CEO mickey@catiescloset org
BETHANY WELCH
Director of Strategic Partnerships bethany@catiescloset org
Corporate Headquarters & Merrimack Valley Distribution Center 28 Loon Hill Road Dracut, MA 01826 p. 978.957.2200 Visit: www.catiescloset.org