Spread Warmth Together!

Led by Reverend Jitsujo Gauthier & John Kyogen Rosania

Saturdays, December 21 & 28 • 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

In-person Only

 

EVENT INFO

Last year we had a great turn out for our Winter Clothing drive. All of the clothing went to St. James, our neighbors in K-town.

 

As the winter season approaches in Los Angeles, we are launching our 2nd Annual Winter Clothing Drive to support those in our community who may need warm clothing during the colder months.

 

Winter can be a challenging time for many individuals and families. The simple gift of a coat, hat, or gloves can make a significant difference in someone’s life. We are asking for your clean, untorn, and warm clothing donations.

 

The drop-off location for donations will be set up at ZCLA.

 

GET INVOLVED

Donate Winter Clothing: We are accepting donations of gently used or new winter clothing items such as coats, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, and more. See the specific list below. Please ensure that the items are clean and in good condition. Men’s clothing in particular are always needed. You can also purchase much needed underwear directly for St. James here.

 

Spread the Word: Help us reach more people by spreading the word about our Winter Clothing Drive. Share information on social media, through email, or by word of mouth. Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to join us in supporting this cause. Feel free to set up a donation box in your office or community to gather more items over the next month.

 

Volunteer during our two collections: If you have some time to spare, consider volunteering to help with the collection, sorting, and distribution of winter clothing. Your time and effort can make a significant difference in the success of our drive. Reach out to Jitsujo Gauthier (jitsujo8@gmail.com) or John Kyogen Rosania (jrosan@protonmail.com). if you would like to help during our collection days.

 

Thank you for your generosity and support!

Warm regards,

Weekend Wanderers of Los Angeles

ITEM LIST

Sizes Medium up to 3XL

Please exclude clothes with stains or torn parts.

  • Men Long Pants
  • Gender non-conforming Pants
  • Sweat Pants
  • Jeans
  • Dress Pants
  • Sweaters
  • Jackets
  • Scarves
  • Jackets
  • Beanies
  • Gloves
  • Long Sleeve Shirts Size Large and XL
  • Larger Size Men’s Shoes
  • Socks
  • Very Needed: New Underwear

DONATIONS

Please consider making a donation to ZCLA to help purchase new clothing for this drive.

 

 

 

 

 

Or click here to purchase your donation for St. James directly.

EVENT STEWARDS

Jitsujo T. Gauthier is a Zen priest, preceptor and Dharma Holder at the Zen Center of Los Angeles, as well as a member of the Zen Peacemakers International. She is also an Associate Professor and Co-chair of the Buddhist Chaplaincy department at University of the West in Los Angeles county. She explores and practices of the Three Tenets in the classroom, chaplaincy work, as well as within seated meditation.

 

 

John Kyogen Rosania has been the 2023-2024 Head Trainee under the guidance of Sensei Katherine Daiki Senshin Griffith. He has been a resident at ZCLA since 2015. He began Zen practice at age 19, experienced sitting with various Zen communities throughout his twenties, and began steadier formal practice with Sensei Daishin Buksbazen at Ocean Moon Sangha in Santa Monica. He is currently ZCLA’s Board Secretary and works as a psychotherapist in community mental health and in private practice.This spring he was given priest ordination by Reverend Jitsujo Gauthier.