Red Cross seeks clothing for Aitutaki

The Aitutaki Red Cross office says secondhand clothing and footwear in good condition would be very welcomed by families there who lost everything during Cyclone Pat.
Aitutaki Red Cross coordinator Leon Tuara says they will be having an “open day” later this week where families can get clothing from the organisation’s office. This will be the third “open day” organized by Aitutaki Red Cross.
He says food and clothing sent to Aitutaki onboard the yacht Gypsy Jac have arrived safely and these will be distributed to those most
in need. Captain Chris Petch offered to divert their voyage from Rarotonga to New Zealand to transport the goods free of charge. Most of the goods were donated by Te Uki Ou school. “The ACA committee is very grateful to Captain Petch and the company he works for Direct Yachts for this kind gesture, and Te Uki Ou school for their support,” says member Doreen Boggs.
Anyone with secondhand clothing they wish to donate can drop these off at the ACA office at Aitutaki Hostel after 1pm each day. People are asked to ensure that the donated items are clean and in good condition.