The Jersey Cares Coat Drive

The Jersey Cares Coat Drive mobilizes the collection and distribution of thousands of gently used winter coats to men, women, children, and infants in need. Companies, churches, police stations, schools, and other organizations collect coats, which are then organized by volunteers and distributed to approved nonprofit partners. The drive runs from November 9th, 2026, through January 6th, 2027. Businesses and organizations can register as collection sites. 501c3 organizations, government agencies, or public schools from New Jersey can register to receive coats for distribution to their clients.