The Reno Municipal Court and the Katie Grace Foundation opened Katie's Chambers, an on-site boutique that provides necessities to people in specialized court programs. The donation closet offers clothing, school supplies, and other essential items to program participants at no cost, according to the City of Reno.
The new space was opened during a graduation ceremony for the Court’s Co-Occurring Disorders and Youth Achieving Recovery programs. Judge Justin Champagne said, "This is more than just a room with clothes and supplies." He added, "Katie’s Chambers is about meeting people where they are with compassion, respect, and support as they work to make meaningful changes in their lives," as reported by the City of Reno.
Kimberly Weingartner, Founder of the Katie Grace Foundation, said, "Together, we’re not just providing resources, we’re restoring hope and creating pathways to a brighter future." The foundation works with specialty courts that help people facing mental health issues, substance misuse, or challenges for young adults in the Youth Achieving Recovery program. The CAMO-X program provides additional support to reduce barriers to recovery and lower recidivism. Katie's Chambers is a community space for these programs. More information and ways to support are available on the Katie Grace Foundation website, as stated by the City of Reno.
