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35th Annual Coat Drive

Spreading warmth since 1987—one coat, connection, and New Yorker at a time.

Every winter, New York Cares harnesses the generosity of our city to keep New Yorkers warm. We kick off in October, so stay tuned for more updates as the temperature drops.

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New York Cares staff member helping student try on a new coat
Coat recipient picking out a new coat from a pile of coats
Male coat recipient trying on a warm coat

Are you a nonprofit or school in need of coats for New Yorkers in need? Request coats.