One Warm Coat

08/21/2026

Planning a coat drive this fall? The most successful ones don't wait until the weather gets cold—they start preparing now!

Here are 5 things successful coat drives do before September that help set your drive up for success.

Ready to get started? Visit onewarmcoat.org to register your coat drive, access free planning resources, and connect with a nonprofit partner near you.

08/20/2026

As you prepare for a new school year, now is the perfect time to help students prepare for the colder months ahead.

A warm coat can make all the difference when winter arrives—and there are three simple ways you can help:

🧥 Donate new or gently worn coats.

🤝 Host a coat drive in your school, workplace, or community.

❤️ Give to One Warm Coat to provide warmth where it's needed most.

Visit onewarmcoat.org to learn how you can get involved.

08/18/2026

A huge thank you to Team Summit Colorado for donating 65 brand-new ski coats through One Warm Coat's Zero Waste Initiative!

The coats were delivered to our nonprofit partner, Angel Work Foundation, where they'll help provide warmth and comfort to children and families throughout lower Westchester.

Angel Work Foundation shared:

"This donation is more than just coats—it is a meaningful act of service that strengthens both organizations' commitment to helping communities in need."

Through the Zero Waste Initiative, outerwear is redirected to our nonprofit partners instead of going to waste—helping people stay warm while reducing textile waste.

08/15/2026

08/14/2026

A warm coat can make a big difference—and a little preparation goes a long way. Before donating your coat, take a few moments to:

🧺 Wash it, if possible.

🧤 Empty the pockets.

🔍 Check that zippers, buttons, and snaps are in working order.

Visit onewarmcoat.org to find a drop-off location near you.

08/11/2026

Why is now the best time to plan a coat drive? Because starting now means you can:

✔️ Plan the dates and location that work best for your schedule.

✔️ Build awareness early so more people have time to donate.

✔️ Be ready to collect coats when the need begins to grow.

The sooner you start planning, the greater your impact can be.

Visit onewarmcoat.org to register your coat drive and access free tools and resources to get started.

08/08/2026

Last year, nearly 500,000 children and adults received the gift of warmth through One Warm Coat, thanks to the generosity of donors and volunteers.

This August, during National Make-A-Will Month, you can create or update your will for free through our partner, FreeWill. While doing so, you’ll have the opportunity to leave a legacy of warmth by including a gift to One Warm Coat.

It costs nothing today, but ensures your values — kindness, community, and sustainability — live on.

Visit onewarmcoat.org and click on the Ways to Donate tab to begin your legacy with One Warm Coat.

FreeWill

08/07/2026

Volunteer Spotlight 💙

"It was exciting to see families come in and drop off coats in the donation bins and hear them talk about giving to others with their children. This is an easy way to help others and teach our students about kindness and community."

Kindness is contagious. Thank you to the volunteers who help share warmth while inspiring the next generation to care for their communities.

08/05/2026

A huge thank you to Kia America, Reddit, and WNBA legend Chiney Ogwumike for including One Warm Coat in this year's WNBA All-Star Weekend.

Through the "Ask Me Anything: Claw Edition" activation, Kia donated $20,000 to support our mission of sharing warmth with children and adults in need.

We're grateful for partners who find creative ways to bring people together while making a meaningful impact. Thank you for helping us share warmth with more communities this season!

08/05/2026

Your child outgrew their coat from last school year. Now what?

Leave it in the closet? No.

Throw it away? Definitely not.

Give it a second life? Absolutely! 💛

As you get ready for a new school year, take a look through the coat closet.if you have coats that dont' fit -- donate them!

Visit onewarmcoat.org to find a coat drive near you.