EMS Closet collects clothes for students in need

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– With school back in full swing throughout the Midlands, one charity is working to ensure Midlands students are dressed for success.

Once again, EMS Closet at Saint John’s Episcopal Church is working with social workers to identify families in need and provide essential supplies including clothes and shoes.

The organization works primarily with Richland School Districts One and Two.

Volunteers ABC Columbia spoke with say this is their busiest time of year.

Also, volunteers with EMS Closet say last year they were able to help more than 1400 students.