About Us

Who We Are

Clothing The Homeless serves the homeless population in Orange County through a mobile clothing distribution system. We are volunteers dedicated to helping those that are in need of a helping hand and heart. Every person involved is a volunteer and all donations go directly to help the homeless.

Welcome

Hello and welcome to the Clothing the Homeless (CTH) website. My name is Mitchell Raff and I have had the honor and privilege of directing CTH since 2016. I took ownership of CTH from Journey Church, and continue to direct and run it as a 501c3 non profit charity. Everyone involved with CTH is a volunteer, including myself. We have a passionate heart in wanting to help those that are less fortunate, especially those who are struggling to survive by either living on the streets or in their cars. I hope you will be interested in joining us in supporting a worthy and humane cause.

Sincerely,

Mitchell Raff
Director, Clothing the Homeless

Our Goal

Our goal is to meet the needs of homeless men and women with clothing and necessities for life on the streets while enduring different seasons and weather. Most other clothing events require vouchers and are a bus ride or more away from the recipient’s location, making it challenging for them to receive clothing. We partner with organizations that help the homeless. Some provide food, others provide medicine; we provide clothing.

Our Beliefs

What We Do

We serve over 500 people a month, handing out thousands of items of clothing and necessities each year. We collect, wash, sort, and tag each item. All donations are kept organized in a storage facility. We distribute clothing and necessities in multiple ways:

Sponsored Distributions

We partner with trusted community centers and organizations to host clothing distribution events that directly serve individuals experiencing homelessness. These collaborations allow us to reach people where they are, providing essential clothing and support in a safe, welcoming environment.

  • The HUB
  • MHA / Mental Health Associates
  • Southwest Community Center
  • LightHouse Church

Direct Distributions ("Ninja Runs")

Through our grassroots initiative known as "Ninja Runs," we bring clothing and essential supplies directly to homeless individuals in cities like Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Riverside, and Anaheim. These agile, on-the-ground efforts allow us to meet immediate needs quickly and compassionately, building trust and connection with those who may not have access to traditional services. Read more about Ninja Runs.

Faith-Based Ministries Support

We support a network of faith-based ministries across Orange County that are committed to serving the homeless and vulnerable populations. These organizations provide not only physical resources but also spiritual encouragement and a sense of community. By partnering with them, we help extend their outreach and deepen the impact of their missions.

  • Laguna Niguel Seventh-day Adventist Church
  • The Crossing Church
  • Christ Lutheran Church

Outreach Organization Support

We collaborate with a wide range of nonprofit and community-based organizations across Orange County that are dedicated to serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness and hardship.