Submitted by Jadon Hook, Sustainability Coordinator, FMS
As the cold weather begins, SLC’s annual coat drive is kicking into high gear. Let’s keep our communities cozy this season! Footprint Club are collecting winter coats and accessories starting today through December 6, for the SLC community.
Please consider donating gently used winter gear for all ages and help keep the SLC community warm.
Items to include:
-Gently used winter coats
-Fall or winter boots
-Mittens and gloves
-Scarves
-Winter hats and toques
Donation bin and rack locations:
-Kingston campus: cafeteria, Student Association and student residence
-Cornwall: Shark Tank
-Brockville: Student Services
FAQ
Can I take a coat or item from the donation pile?
Yes, it is a leave a coat and/or take a coat system.
Where are these items going?
The donated items will go to SLC students and community members who need them. Unclaimed items will be donated to local community organizations after December 6, such as Almost Home and YGK Thrift in Kingston.
Can I donate cash, as I don’t have any physical items?
We are only collecting winter items at this time and will not be collecting cash donations. Please consider making monetary donations to the United Way instead.
Winter Coat Drive: November 12 – December 6
