As the temperatures drop and the leaves begin to fall, our community once again comes together to make sure no one is left out in the cold. The Lions and Lioness Clubs, in partnership with the Wilderness Food Pantry, are hosting a Community Coat Drive, and The Licata Group is proud to be one of the drop-off locations.

From October 3rd through November 11th, we’re collecting lightly worn coats, gloves, scarves, hats, and boots for all ages—adults, teens, and children alike. Every single item donated helps bring warmth and comfort to families in need right here in our area. The collected items will be distributed on November 15th at the Wilderness Food Pantry to local families who could use a little extra help this season.

Why Your Donation Matters

Winter can be especially difficult for those facing financial hardship. For some, choosing between paying bills and staying warm is a painful reality. A gently used coat or pair of boots sitting in your closet could make all the difference for someone else.

When we come together as a community, we remind one another that kindness and compassion are the heart of who we are. These simple acts of giving not only keep bodies warm—they warm hearts, too. They show our neighbors that they’re seen, valued, and supported.

How You Can Help

It’s simple: check your closets for those gently used coats and accessories you no longer wear and drop them off at one of these convenient collection locations:

📍 Clubhouse – Inside the front door (Lions)
📍 Community Center – Just around the corner from the kitchen at the beginning of the long hallway (Julie Phend)
📍 Holcomb Building – Inside the first set of front doors (Lions)
📍 Fareways – Inside the front door on the left (Colleen Cameron)
📍 The Licata Group Office – Inside the front door (Maggie Broadwater)
📍 Edward Jones Investments – Outside the front door or inside; if the door is locked, knock! (Emily Florence)
📍 LOW Church – Drop-off located in the church office (Lions)
(Note: The church closes at noon on Fridays.)

Distribution Day:

 November 15th at Wilderness Food Pantry

Accepted Items:

 Coats  Gloves  Scarves  Hats  Boots (All Sizes)

Let’s fill our boxes and help fill hearts this winter. Together, we can make sure everyone in our community feels the warmth of our care and generosity.

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