Warmest Winter is a year-round initiative addressing homelessness and extreme hardship through awareness, service, and direct support. This initiative provides opportunities for individuals to give and receive with dignity. Since 2015, Warmest Winter has expanded to include an annual clothing drive, a holiday event, volunteer opportunities, and yearly excursions, all aimed at mitigating the effects of Chicago’s winter and isolation.
The 2024 Warmest Winter Donation Drive is underway! This year the drive kicks off with 10 locations around the Chicagoland area with more to come. Remember this year, the drive will happen from November 4th, 2024 to December 12th, 2024 and we're accepting NEW hygiene products, baby items, diapers, bags, toys, coats, gently used/new men's clothing, new socks and underwear, and feminine hygiene items.
“No event quite matches the energy, fun, and giving of A Night at the Museum. With this event, we clothe those experiencing homelessness and bring together the businesses and people who uplift SocialWorks,” says Chance the Rapper. At A Night at the Museum guests can experience the magic of MSI’s Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibit and engage with 50+ event-only vendors, activations, and performers. In addition to offering activities for families, the event aims to collect donations for those experiencing homelessness in Chicago. All guests are encouraged to bring and donate “warming” items, such as coats, scarves, gloves, toys, hygiene items, etc.
SocialThreads is a free clothing pantry designed to provide clothing to those in need in collaboration with Chicago’s Department of Family Support Services. The pantry offers a wide range of clothing items, toys, and hygiene essentials, ensuring everyone can access appropriate clothing for various occasions. Our goal is to empower individuals by offering them the dignity of choice in selecting clothing that fits their style and needs.
Free Take What You Need
IL Dept. of Human Services 10 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Warmest Winter is looking to help your organization. Whether you’re looking for clothes, participating in our excursions, or tickets to a future event, we have your back! Let's work together to increase engagement and provide community for those you care about.
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