Isotopes, Cumulus Media to hold "Pack the Van" Clothing Caravan

The Albuquerque Isotopes and Cumulus Media Albuquerque are partnering to help Locker #505 provide clothing to Bernalillo County students in grades K-12 in need. 

The "Pack the Van" Clothing Caravan's goal is to collect new or gently used clothing for the Locker #505 program. There is a need for clothing in a variety of sizes for children in grades K-12, with an emphasis on hoodies, winter gloves, winter coats, winter hats and new socks. Donations for the Caravan will be accepted from Feb. 20 through Mar. 2. The Clothing Caravan of Isotopes and Cumulus vans to Locker #505 will take place on Saturday, Mar. 3.
"Our eight radio stations are dedicated to serving New Mexico," said Cumulus Albuquerque Market Managers Jeff Berry. "We're proud to work with our long-time partner, the Albuquerque Isotopes and Locker #505, whose mission is so noble and critical in helping clothe the students of Bernalillo County."
Isotopes Vice President and General Manager John Traub stated, "This is a great opportunity for everyone to help the kids of our community. We look forward to working with Cumulus over the next two weeks, bringing in as much clothing as possible for the youth of Albuquerque." 
Donations can be dropped off at Isotopes Park or at a number of Cumulus radio remotes throughout Albuquerque over the Caravan's two week duration. Collection sites for "Pack the Van" include Isotopes Park (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) and the Burlington Coat Factory East and West side locations on Feb. 23 and Mar. 2, 4pm - 6pm.
Locker #505 is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that has established a student-focused facility where children can try on and choose outfits that they feel good about wearing. Having appropriate school clothing allows children to concentrate on their school work, not their clothing. It also helps keep children, who might not go to class because of their clothes, stay in school.