Nudists Give Clothing

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June 25, 2024
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Nudists Give Clothing

The Bare Facts

As nudists, we advocate for a way of life that minimizes the need for clothing—but we also understand that, for many, clothing is a daily necessity. In the spirit of goodwill and community support, we are initiating a clothing and goods drive, not just by nudists, but for anyone willing to help. This campaign focuses on providing essential items to shelters for individuals and families.

What We’re Collecting

Donation Box

While our primary focus is on clothing, the drive extends to other critical needs such as hygiene products, small appliances, and non-perishable food items. Each shelter has unique needs, which is why planning your contribution is crucial.

Thank you for your generosity!

We are thrilled to announce the success of the Nudists Give Clothing drive, and it’s all thanks to the incredible kindness and community spirit of participants like you. Together,
we’ve made a meaningful difference for those in need, demonstrating the naturist community’s strong commitment to helping others.

The Results Are In:

  • Total Items Donated: An astounding 5,275 items were collected across the country!
  • Participation: 46 participants from 23 different states and provinces took part, including both individual naturists and clubs.
  • Shelters Impacted: A total of 45 charitable community programs and shelters across North America received essential items, ranging from clothing and hygiene products to non-
    perishable food.

Going Above and Beyond

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Nudists Give Clothing drive. Your contributions, no matter the size, made a significant impact in supporting those in need. However, out of the many contributors, a few individuals truly stood out with their extraordinary efforts. Ray and Ginny Willis from Colorado led the way, donating an incredible 844 items. Maryanne Rettig, hailing from Florida, followed closely with a total of 606 items, spread across several donations. Other notable contributions came from Tampa Bay Free Beaches and Lake Como, who together donated 300 items, and Kelly Roessler from Ohio, who contributed 335 items. Kat Whitmire from Texas and Solair Recreation League in Connecticut also went above and beyond, donating 220 and 275 items respectively.

Additionally, a special mention goes to Jessie and Patrick from Solair Recreation League, who creatively asked their wedding guests to bring clothing donations instead of traditional gifts. This thoughtful gesture resulted in a substantial contribution of 228 items to the drive.

Ronna and Kat Nudists Give Clothing
First Coast Naturists Give Clothing
Ronna and Kat at Solair Recreation League

In addition to these standout contributions, we want to extend our gratitude to everyone who responded to our reporting form and contributed to the campaign. The generosity of individuals and clubs across North America truly captures the spirit of our naturist community. Special thanks go to the following people and clubs who participated:

Participants (alphabetically):
 
●AANR Headquarters – Kissimmee, Florida
●Andee Rodgers
● bjsull
● Doug & Joy Cooper
● Evan Nix
● FAPhili
● Freddie Carlile
● Georgina S
● Jack Schwab
● James Weaver
● Jeff
● Jessie and Patrick
● Jim M
● John B
● John Maxey
● Karen Bauer
● Kane
● Kat Whitmire
● KD
● LJS
● Linda Weber
● LMN
● Maryanne Rettig
● Michael Laura
● Mike Payne
● NB
● P.Olson
● Ray and Ginny Willis
● Rich
● Richard Dewey
● Rick Sayers
● Rick Wall
● Ronald
● Ronna Krozy
● Sherida H
● Stacey Gammella
● Steven Emery
● WM

Clubs:
● AVATAN
● Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
● Cedar Trails Nudist Retreat
● First Coast Naturists
● Fern Hills Club
● Glen Eden
● Lupin Lodge
● Mountain Air Ranch
● Southern California Naturist Association
● Serenity Mountain Retreat
● Solair Recreation League
● Tampa Bay Free Beaches

Organizers Behind the Drive

We’d also like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the members of the Visible Altruism Subcommittee and the PR Committee for organizing and leading this impactful event. Their hard work and dedication made the Nudists Give Clothing drive a reality. Special recognition goes to Jenny Agee, Richard Dewey, Thomas Francine, Ronna Krozy, Evan Nix, and Linda Weber, who all played crucial roles in organizing the campaign and ensuring its success.

The success of this initiative truly reflects their commitment to highlighting the altruistic spirit within the naturist community.

Naturist Values in Action

This campaign was about more than just clothing donations—it was a chance to demonstrate the values that naturism stands for. Our community believes in body freedom, but we also understand the essential needs of those less fortunate. By giving “the clothes off our backs,” we’ve shown that naturists are compassionate, giving, and willing to support others in their time of need.

Thank you again to everyone who participated, whether you donated a few items or hundreds. Your contributions made a real difference, and together, we’ve helped improve the lives of many. This campaign is a testament to the power of our naturist community when we come together for a common cause.

We look forward to building on this momentum and continuing to make a positive impact inthe future!