Red Deer's Coats 4 Kids winter gear drive runs Sept. 28 to Oct. 17
The Red Deer Christmas Bureau Society is marking the 65th year of its coat collection, with cleaned items handed out to families in need this fall.
Why it matters
The campaign helps low-income Red Deer families access warm winter clothing ahead of the colder months.
The Red Deer Christmas Bureau Society has launched the 65th annual Coats 4 Kids campaign, collecting used coats and winter gear for children and adults from Sept. 28 to Oct. 17. Donated items will be cleaned before being distributed to families in need.
Residents can drop off coats, mitts, gloves, toques, scarves and ski pants at the Red Deer Christmas Bureau (4630-61 Street) weekdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Additional drop-off points include Classic Cleaners, Village Dry Cleaners, The Coverall Shop and Mustang Laundry.
Distribution will take place after the donation deadline, running Oct. 19-23 and Oct. 26-31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with Saturday hours added in the final week. No appointment is needed, and jackets will be given out first come, first served, with a limit of one per client.
Clients seeking a jacket must present an Alberta Health Card and proof of address.
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