The USD 383 FIT Closet is an amazing resource for families in Manhattan. This organization focuses on helping USD 383 families with at least one student in preschool through high school who are a Family In Transition (FIT) with their housing or families who qualify for free or reduced-fee programs. Families are eligible to shop monthly at the FIT Closet for items including clothing and supplies.
The FIT Closet is completely community supported and ran by a part-time facilitator and around 45 volunteers! The FIT Closet is looking for additional volunteers. To apply, to volunteer, please reach out here.
If you are not able to donate your time, you may consider donating physical items. All supplies are donated by individuals in the community, local businesses, churches and organizations or purchased with donated funds. Items to consider donating are clothing, household items and school supplies.
Before you plan your drop off any donated items, check the FIT Closet’s Facebook page to see if donations are currently being collect. With limited space, the FIT Closet does have to limit collections at times. Donations should be taken to the Keith Noll Maintenance Center at 2031 Casement Road Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The FIT Closet is located at 901 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502.
