Every Child Warm in the Winter Drive

Kenosha YMCA and United Way of Kenosha County Launch “Every Child Warm in the Winter” Drive for Frank Elementary School Students

Kenosha, WI – January 2, 2025 – The Kenosha YMCA and United Way of Kenosha County are joining forces to ensure every child at Frank Elementary School stays warm this winter with the launch of the “Every Child Warm in the Winter” cold weather clothing drive.

This initiative seeks donations of new and gently used winter gear for approximately 400 students from 4K through 5th grade at Frank Elementary School. Community members are encouraged to contribute the following items:

  • Winter hats
  • Winter gloves
  • Scarves
  • Coats
  • Snowpants
  • Snow boots

Donation Drop-Off Locations and Dates:

  • Kenosha YMCA: January 3-17, 2025
  • United Way of Kenosha County: January 6-17, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Kenosha Unified School District Educational Support Center: January 6-17, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday-Friday).

“Our goal is to ensure every child at Frank Elementary School has the essentials to stay warm and focus on learning, not the cold,” said Carolynn Friesch, CEO of United Way of Kenosha County.

Rachel Mall, Education and Community Impact Director at Kenosha YMCA, added, “The winter months can be especially tough for families, and this drive is an opportunity for the community to come together and make a tangible difference in the lives of these students.”

United Way of Kenosha County and the Kenosha YMAC are also excited to highlight the generosity of Aviana Winberg, a local student, who has pledged to donate coats from her recent coat drive held at the Doctors of Physical Therapy Holiday Basketball Classic. Aviana's commitment to supporting the community exemplifies the spirit of giving and aligns perfectly with the mission of this initiative.

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Together, we can ensure every child at Frank Elementary School is warm and ready to thrive this winter!