91原创 residents looking for gently used clothing and household items can head to St. Dunstan鈥檚 church in Aldergrove on Saturday, Jan. 21 for a clothing drive event organized by local man Ernie Jantzen.

Jantzen, the founder of Clothes 2U, is bringing his popular free clothing drive back to Aldergrove.

鈥淚t makes my day when the children leave with their treasures in hand, a big smile on their face, and a sparkle in their eye,鈥� said Jantzen.

For more than two decade, he has been hosting free clothing and small household item giveaways at locations around the Lower Mainland, providing much needed assistance to those struggling financially. The upcoming event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a $3 admission fee.

There will be 18 tables filled with items ranging from kitchenware and linens to toys and books. There will also be tables of clothes for babies, children, men, and women, as well as a selection of footwear and possibly even some canned food.

He also thanked those who have supported him in his journey.

鈥淭he more I can connect those who have with those who need, the better it is,鈥� he added.

Jantzen was inspired by the example set by his mother, who passed away six years ago.

鈥淢y dear mother was a huge inspiration, with her example during my childhood of helping others,鈥� said Jantzen.

鈥淚 am glad she was able to see Clothes 2U develop into something of substance before she passed away,鈥� he continued.

In addition to the upcoming event, Jantzen recently held a community Christmas meal in Aldergrove.

He shared that the event was a success, with a good turnout and plenty of donations to go around.

鈥淚t鈥檚 always a wonderful feeling to be able to give back to the community and bring a little joy to people鈥檚 lives during the holiday season,鈥� Jantzen said.

For more information on the Saturday, Jan. 21 event or to learn about other upcoming drives, people can visit the Clothes 2 U website at or the organization鈥檚 Facebook page at .

.

RELATED: People lined up for more than 40 minutes at a charity event

READ MORE: Aldergrove man hopes to expand his non profit

.