United Community Family Services looking for gently used clothing for women in need [Video]

TROY (FOX 2) – For Diana Ahalbo, coming to the US from Iraq was necessary for a better future.

“It’s a new life, it’s like a piece of heaven on earth,” she said.

Many who come to the US in search of a better life turn to organizations like United Community Family Services for help.

“It’s a lot in every direction wherever you go they are going to help you,” she said.

United Community Family Services works to support those in need.

“Everything in our warehouse is truly shared with the community, it goes at no charge to our families who are our clients,” said Kristin Olmedo.

There’s a food pantry, tutoring services and furniture for those in need.

But this nonprofit wants to empower its clients to help themselves and in honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, this organization needs your help.

“We are asking the community to donate gently …