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Winters in Calgary are cold, and for those without adequate resources, they can be even more challenging. Several organizations in Calgary are dedicated to helping those in need by collecting and distributing winter coats and other warm clothing items. These organizations rely on the generosity of donors and volunteers to make a difference in the community. If you have gently used or new winter coats that you no longer need, there are various options for donating them to those who could benefit from them.
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Coats for Calgary
How to Donate
Donations can be made online at calgarydropin.ca/coatsforcalgary. You can also drop off gently-used winter jackets at various locations in Calgary, including:
- Rick Rack Textiles in the Manchester Business District
- World Bier Haus
- 601, 722 85 Street SW
- 200 Auburn Bay Blvd SE
- 755 Lake Bonavista Drive SE
- Buffalo Bob's Canadian Pub
- 126, 3715 51 Street SW
- 272, 10816 MacLeod Trail S
- CARDINAL CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
- 210, 6700 Macleod Trail SE
- Belvedere Showhome 82 Belvedere Green SE
- Aspen Showhome 98 Aspen Summit Close SW
- Watermark Showhome 131 Watermark Avenue>
- 240, 600 Crowfoot Crescent NW
- Douglasdale Family Chiropractic
- 1, 3451 Douglasdale Blvd SE
- FIFTH AVENUE CLUB +15 Level
- Douglasdale - 11540 24 Street SE
- Northgate - 565 36 Street NE
- Country Hills - 2638 Country Hills Blvd
- 321 50 Avenue SE, #500
- Mercedes Benz Country Hills
- 2450 Country Hills Blvd NE
- 1121 Centre St NW, #110
- ProColor Collision Calgary Central
- 115, 8820 Blackfoot Trail SE
- #110, 221 19 Street SE
- 239 Mayland Place NE, Unit 106
- 39 Discovery Drive SW
- Tom's House of Pizza
- 7730 MacLeod Trail SW
- 17103 James McKevitt Rd SW
- 300, 235 Milligan Dr, Okotoks
- 4812 Center Street NE
- The Trop Bar & Grill
- VILLAGE BREWERY TAPROOM
- VIVE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH GROUP
- 4720 Bowness Road NW
- Westmount Charter School
- 2215 Uxbridge Drive NW
- 101, 3505 14 Street SW
- 4118 University Ave NW
The Impact of Coats for Calgary
Since its inception, Coats for Calgary has collected over 30,000 jackets, making a significant difference in the lives of Calgary's vulnerable population. The initiative has brought the community together, with businesses and individuals coming forward to lend a helping hand to those in need.
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Project Warmth
The project works with various partners, with the Women's Centre being its largest agency partner, helping to distribute thousands of coats to women facing poverty, housing, and food insecurity.
If you wish to donate to Project Warmth, you can place your items in bags or boxes and drop them off at any Calgary Fire Station. You can also contact their office at (403) 259-2254 or email [email protected] for more information or to arrange a pick-up.
The harsh winters in Calgary can be especially difficult for those without adequate resources, and Project Warmth aims to ensure that the less fortunate stay warm and dry during this challenging season.
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Women's Centre of Calgary
Winters in Calgary are cold, and for women and children facing social issues like income, housing, and food insecurity, they can be even colder. The Women's Centre of Calgary, understanding the need for warm clothing during the winter, has partnered with Project Warmth, a local charitable association, to distribute donated winter items to women in need.
Project Warmth collects new and used warm clothing, outerwear (jackets, coats, gloves, mitts, scarves, boots, etc.), blankets, and sleeping bags year-round. These donations can be placed in bags or boxes and left at any Calgary Fire Station for the project. The Women's Centre of Calgary is Project Warmth's largest agency partner, helping to distribute thousands of winter coats to women in need.
If you wish to donate winter coats or other items to the Women's Centre of Calgary through Project Warmth, you can contact them by calling 403-250-1405 or sending an email to [email protected].
Additionally, the Women's Centre of Calgary accepts donations directly at their location (#39 – 4th Street NE) during their regular hours (Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8:30 pm and Fridays from 9:30 am-1 pm). They also provide referrals for warm jackets, gloves, and hats to those in need.
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Rick Rack Textiles
For the second year, Rick Rack Textiles is inviting people to drop off gently used winter coats at their store. The company aims to collect 200 coats and redistribute them to various organizations across Calgary. This initiative is especially important given the increasing cost of living and economic uncertainties, as expressed by owner Veronica Murphy:
> "Donating a coat is an easy and convenient way to help people in need in Calgary and it makes an immediate and direct impact on our most vulnerable...It is our privilege as a small business to find ways to help."
The company incentivizes donations by offering donors the chance to win one of five prize packs valued at $200 and up. Donations are accepted Tuesday through Sunday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. until November 30.
By partnering with other businesses and the community, Rick Rack Textiles is making a direct impact on those in need and setting a great example of how local businesses can lend a helping hand to the less fortunate.
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Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Centre Society
In addition to meeting the basic needs of Calgary's homeless population, the centre also offers affordable housing options. Bridgeland Manor, for example, is a 48-unit apartment building that provides stable and independent living for seniors. The centre also offers Sundial, an apartment building with 114 units, providing a community setting for market rent and affordable housing.
The centre relies on monetary donations to fund its fifty programs and services. One of the initiatives supported by these donations is Coats for Calgary, an annual drive that collects warm winter jackets for Calgary's most vulnerable population. The drive was started in 2009 by Mathew, who, after volunteering at the Calgary Food Bank, witnessed a significant lack of warm clothing during the harsh winter months.
Since its inception, Coats for Calgary has collected over 30,000 jackets, with the help of businesses and sponsors across the city. In 2023, the drive is aiming to surpass its previous record of over 6,000 donated jackets, with the support of more than 40 sponsors and businesses. Donations can be made online at calgarydropin.ca/coatsforcalgary.
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Frequently asked questions
You can donate gently used winter coats to organizations such as the Calgary Drop-In Centre, the Mustard Seed, and the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter.
In addition to winter coats, these organizations often accept other winter clothing items such as gloves, scarves, hats, and sweaters.
Men's and women's winter jackets, especially in larger sizes, are often in high demand. Other items that are often needed include new underwear, socks, and winter boots.
Each organization may have specific guidelines, but generally, they do not accept used underwear or damaged items. It is always best to check their websites or give them a call before dropping off donations.
Yes, many organizations offer tax receipts for donations. Be sure to ask for a receipt when dropping off your items, and they will provide you with the necessary documentation.
