Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) will open a new Donation Drop-Off Center at 993 Oaklawn Ave. in Cranston on Dec. 1.

BBBSRI’s main headquarters has been located on Pontiac Avenue for 12 years. With its headquarters moved to Providence this November, BBBSRI had to find a new location for its Cranston Drop Off Center.

“Cranston has been our home for decades. We rely heavily on the support from this community and had no intentions of leaving,” said Katje Afonseca, CEO of BBBSRI. “We were very lucky to find space on Oaklawn, just around the corner from our previous location.”

Residents are encouraged to drop off bagged clothing and textiles at the new location, 993 Oaklawn Ave. (next to Gasbarro’s Liquor Store plaza), Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The location is staffed with an attendant during these hours. During off-hours, residents can conveniently drop bagged items into one of BBBSRI’s green donation bins located in the parking lot.

BBBSRI makes donating easy. In addition to our Donation Center, residents can also schedule a free curbside pick-up at their home, or drop their bagged cloth in bins throughout the state. Visit BigsRI.org/DonateRI to schedule your pick-up online or find your nearest bin!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. If you are interested in mentoring a child, donating to support our program, hosting a clothing drive, hosting a clothing fundraiser for your school or group, or more, visit BigsRI.org, call (401) 921-2434, or email events@BigsRI.org.