Katrina’s Closet Free Thrift is available to all current HVCC students as a resource for gently worn career and professional clothing to support students as they begin their post‑college careers. All items in Katrina’s Closet are free and may be kept after use.
Katrina’s Closet is located in the Maureen Stapleton Theatre lobby. Students may access the closet by request through the Student Activities Office, located in the Siek Campus Center, room 210, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Donations
We accept donations of clean, undamaged professional clothing in all types and sizes. Please ensure items are washed before donating, as we are unable to launder clothing on site. Donations are accepted Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., in the Student Activities Office, located in the Siek Campus Center, room 210.
The Hudson Valley Community College Foundation’s Student Emergency Fund enables the college to respond to students’ immediate and unanticipated needs. To contribute, please select the Student Emergency Fund designation on the giving form.
About the Name
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in August 2005, HVCC students traveled to Louisiana to assist in recovery efforts. When the students visited principals, teachers and students in the Ninth Ward—many of whom were forced to relocate to under‑served schools—they were inspired to support economically challenged students and disconnected populations seeking career success in our own community. Katrina’s Closet was created from that inspiration as a resource providing gently worn professional clothing for both women and men.