Coat Drive

Our annual 'Winter Wear' drive is well underway this fall. We are very excited to help the children at four schools; Fuller Elementary, Songhai Elementary, West Pullman Elementary, and Curtis Elementary.

We have found that, aside from bringing the children school supplies, when the kids have the proper clothing (winter and school uniforms) it enables them to continue to attend classes. As I have mentioned in previous blogs, the factors outside of the school environment have a huge impact on their learning.

When food, clothing and other forms of support are available, principals report a higher level of engagement by students in the schoolwork.

So why not be a part of our 'Winter Wear' effort. We are looking for the following for boys and girls, ages 4 - 14; winter coats, boots, mittens, gloves, hats and scarves. If you are donating used items please be sure they are clean and in the type of condition that you would accept if you were to receive these gifts.

We will be collecting these items through Monday, December 5th. By donating to this initiative you will be bringing a smile to the faces of many during the upcoming holidays.

Contact me at rich219@comcast.net and we will make arrangements for either a dropoff in Hinsdale or I will pick up the items.

Many thanks,
Dick