KINGSTON, R.I. - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island will be hosting a clothing drive at The Ryan Center as one of the presenting sponsors for the men's basketball game against Loyola Chicago on Sunday, Feb. 18. 

Donation boxes will be located in both the North and South Lobbies. Fans are encouraged to bring any unwanted clothing, shoes and linens to donate on their way into the game. Ripped and stained items are also welcome, as they can be recycled. 

"We're thrilled to be able to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island on this great initiative," said Rhody Sports Properties General Manager, Matt Swiss. "Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island plays a huge role in our state and to be able to play even just a small part in all the good that they do for our community is a privilege for us. We so appreciate the generosity of so many URI fans who have contributed to these types of efforts in the past, and we look forward to another successful clothing drive this Sunday."

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island is an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and was established in the Ocean State in 1966.

For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island, head to bigsri.org.