What is the Clothes Closet?
The Clothes Closet is a service project run by the Round Rock ISD Council of PTAs that provides gently used clothing, along with new socks and underwear, to students in need.

Who qualifies for the Clothes Closet?
All students attending any of the 56 Round Rock ISD schools are eligible to receive services.

How does the Clothes Closet receive donations?
Families donate clothing through their local schools, typically by leaving items with the school nurse. Local PTAs contribute annual funds to purchase new socks and underwear, and individual monetary donations are also accepted (receipts available). Schools and PTAs may hold clothing drives throughout the year.

What do clients receive?
Each student may receive per semester:

• 5 tops

• 5 bottoms (pants, skirts, shorts, or a dress)

• 1 sweatshirt

• 5 new pairs of underwear

• 5 new pairs of socks

Plus one coat and one jacket per school year.

Who staffs the Clothes Closet?
Each shift is led by a Council PTA representative and staffed by volunteers from local PTAs.

PTA Clothes Closet Representative Responsibilities

1. Volunteer for a 2-hour shift at either Clothes Closet. Duties include unpacking, hanging clothing, and assisting with distributing socks, underwear, and bagging items.

2. Publicize donation needs through school newsletters and PTA meetings. Donations go to the school nurse, who may keep items needed on campus. Reps may set up a donation container and send monthly reminders.

3. Sort and launder clothing before delivering it (per Clothing Donation Guidelines).

4. Deliver donations to the Clothes Closet during operating hours.

5. Coordinate clothing, sock, or underwear drives as needed.

• The second location is in the front half of the portable located to the right of the entrance of Anderson Mill Elementary.

• Hours: Tuesday mornings only from 10AM to noon, during the school year excluding school holidays.

• Special Anderson Mill Elementary Evening Hours:  The 1st Wednesday of each month, 5-7pm.