ROSWELL, Ga. — North Fulton Community Charities is seeking winter coats and Thanksgiving food for area families in need ahead of the holidays.
The nonprofit will accept new or gently used coats and winter accessories in sizes from infant to adult; $25 grocery gift cards; and Thanksgiving food.
Donations can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 6-8 at St. David’s Episcopal Church at 1015 Old Roswell Road.
Staff said last year’s program provided some 1,100 coats, 2,700 accessories and meals for 390 families. The nonprofit reported the number of families who requested food and coats increased 29 percent in 2023.
“Many families in our community are barely getting by and extra seasonal purchases can put a strain on already tight budgets,” North Fulton Community Charities Director of Development Sherri Morgan said. “This year, we’ve had a lot more families signed up to receive this seasonal assistance, so support from the community is vital.”
Morgan said the coat program will help recipients stay warm as temperatures lower, and the food program will enable families to celebrate Thanksgiving and ensure children are fed during school break. A list of needed items and further information can be found at nfcchelp.org/seasonal-programs.
— Shelby Israel
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