Number of Participants: 12
Hours Donated: 8
Value of Time Served: $3,340
Event Type: Advocacy & Human Rights
Activity: Cheerleading
School: West Hempstead High School
Date: November 10, 2025
Location:
West Hempstead High School
Nassau Boulevard, West Hempstead
NY
About:
On Nov. 24, West Hempstead Secondary School’s varsity cheerleading team partnered with Go Green Clothing & Recycle to lead a community clothing drive that exceeded expectations and highlighted the school’s commitment to service and sustainability.
Leading up the clothing drive, the cheerleaders encouraged students, families and neighborhood residents to donate gently used clothing and accessories. Held at the secondary school’s football field, the drive also served as a friendly competition between fans and student-athletes, motivating even greater participation and enthusiasm across the school community.
Their efforts paid off: the team collected enough items to fill half of a 16-foot truck — significantly more than organizers anticipated. The clothing drive also provided a valuable learning experience for the student-athletes, giving them a hands-on opportunity to plan an event, engage with the community, and promote environmental responsibility.
The West Hempstead School District commends the varsity cheerleaders for their initiative and thanks everyone who contributed to this successful clothing drive.
Photo captions:
1: On Nov. 24, West Hempstead Secondary School’s varsity cheerleading team partnered with Go Green Clothing & Recycle to lead a community clothing drive.
2: The team collected enough items to fill half of a 16-foot truck.
Photos courtesy of the West Hempstead Union Free School District
