As winter approaches, many community programs and organizations offer free winter gear like coats, hats, gloves, and boots to families in need. These resources help ensure everyone stays warm and safe, providing comfort and security during the cold months. Check the list below to find a resource near you.
Adams County
Coats for Kids
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
How to Apply: Families with children can visit the Coats for Kids room at Practical Cents during business hours.
Website: https://www.co.adams.wi.us/departments/health-human-services/practical-cents
Brown County
Green Bay
Salvation Army: Coats for Kids: Kroc Center
Nov 1 | 2 – 6 p.m.
Nov 2 | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Must register by Oct. 18: https://thesalvationarmywi.regfox.com/green-bay-coats-for-kids-2024
Dane County
BGC: Koats for Kids:
Distribution: Oct 25 | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Allied Family Center
The Erica & Anthony Fleming Club
McKenzie Family Club
To register: https://www.bgcdc.org/koats4kids
Middleton
Wayforward Resources
Tuesday | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesdays | 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Friday | 9 a.m.- Noon.
Note: Please Bring your photo ID
For more information: https://www.wayforwardresources.org/get-help/food-pantry/clothing-center/
Mount Horeb
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Thursday | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday | 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Note: For clothing emergencies, call to set up a shopping appointment.
For more information: https://www.mthorebneighbors.org/
Stoughton
Stoughton Clothing Center
Tuesday | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Thursday | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
For more information: https://www.stoughtonclothingcenter.com/
Waunakee
Waunakee Neighborhood Connection
Monday | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fridays | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
To book an appointment: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f054aa4af2aaafd0-shopping1#/
Fond du Lac County
Salvation Army : Coats for Kids
Apply by October 15 (registration opens Oct 1): https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/fonddulac/provide-coats-for-kids–warm-winter-outerwear/
Jefferson County
CAC: Winter Glow: Johnson Creek Mall
Oct 4 | 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Must register online: https://www.cacscw.org/event/winter-glow-johnson-creek-10-4-2024/
CAC: Winter Glow: Waukesha
Oct 1 | 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Must register online: https://www.cacscw.org/event/winter-glow-waukesha-10-1-2024/
Langlade County
Antigo Clothes Closet: 230 Elm Street Antigo, WI 54409
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
FREE clothing including coats, hats, mittens, boots for children and adults
AVAIL Outreach House: 814 6th Avenue Antigo, WI 54409
Friday | 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FREE clothing including coats, hats, mittens, and boots for children and adults.
Manitowoc County
Salvation Army: Coats for Kids
Address: 415 N 6th St, Manitowoc
October 10th | 3:00 p.m. – 7: 00 p.m.
October 16th | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
October 17th | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (LAST SIGN UP BEFORE COAT DISTRIBUTION)
October 26th | Coat Distribution Day
For more information: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/manitowoc/coats-4-kids/
Marathon County
United Way: Community Closet in Wausau
Mondays | 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesdays | 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursdays | 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
No registration required.
Oneida County
Rhinelander
Warm for Winter Clothing Pantry:
Address: First Congregational UCC, 135 E Larch Street, Rhinelander
September 28 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
October 14 | 4 – 6 p.m.
October 26 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
November 11 | 4 – 6 p.m.
November 30 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
December 9 | 4 – 6 p.m.
December 28 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
FREE clothing including coats, hats, mittens, boots for children and adults
For more information: Call 608-345-7305
Sheboygan County
Salvation Army: Coats for Kids (& Adults)
Nov 7 | Noon – 6 p.m.
No registration required.
For more information: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/sheboygan/events/coats-for-kids–adults-distribution-4/
Rock County
Aware In Evansville: Koats for Kids
25 West Main Street, Evansville WI, 53536
2024 giveaway will begin in October
For more information follow their FB page or visit: https://community-action.org/outreach/aware-in-evansville/
Vilas County
Warm the Children
Location: Vilas County News Review
Monday-Friday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Applications accepted October 1 through mid-December.
For more information: https://warmthechildren.org/
Waukesha County
CAC: Winter Glow: Food Pantry of Waukesha County
Oct 24 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Must register online: Winter Glow – Waukesha County | Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin (cacscw.org)
Winnebago County
Fox Cities (Neenah/Menasha)
Salvation Army: Coats for Kids
Families can find more information and sign up for the Coats for Kids program now by contacting their local chapter of the Salvation Army. Coat distribution dates vary by location. One child in each family receives a new winter coat and the other children receive gently used winter coats.
Community Clothes Closet
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday | 10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Monday Evening | 6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
For more info: https://communityclothescloset.org/
Oshkosh
Salvation Army: Coats for Kids: Oregon Street Location
November 9 & 11
Must register by Oct 24: https://thesalvationarmywi.regfox.com/oshkosh-coats-for-kids-2024
