A new year brings many things, and among them is cold weather. There are a number of organizations and shelters across Essex County that are committed to keeping neighbors warm through donated coats and other outerwear this winter and beyond. These groups will accept coats for donation to later distribute them to those in need. Read on to find out where to donate coats + outerwear in the Montclair area.
Disclaimer: This is a growing list. If you know of any more organizations, please email hello@themontclairgirl.com.
Jersey Cares Coat Drive
Jersey Cares collects more than 25,000 coats each year. These coats are then handed over to non-profit partners who distribute them to people in need. The organization accepts new and/or gently used coats for adults and children. To make it even easier to contribute, Jersey Cares has an option for supporters to purchase and donate a coat virtually.
If you have less than 10 coats to donate, drop-off details are as below:
Drop off Location: 6 Inwood Place, Maplewood
Now through December 29th
Timing: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM
Drop off Location: 773 Degraw Avenue, Newark
Now through December 31st
Notes: Only new or gently used coats are accepted. Coats can be dropped off anytime in the bin marked for coats on the porch.
Drop off Location: 23 Skiddoo Cafe, 33 Carteret Street, Bloomfield
Now through December 31st
Timing: Monday – Sunday, 10AM – 2PM
Notes: Coats need to be dropped off inside the front door.
Drop off Location: 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn
Now through January 2nd
Timing: Monday & Tuesday, 12PM – 6PM; Wednesday – Sunday, 12PM – 8PM
Notes: Coats need to be dropped off at the decorated hamper in the theater lobby.
Drop off Location: Femino Ducey Orthopaedic Group, 45 Franklin Avenue, Nutley
Now through January 3rd
Timing: Monday – Thursday, 9AM – 5PM; Friday 9-12
Notes: Coats need to be dropped off with Front Desk.
Drop off Location: 323 MLK Boulevard, Fenster Hall/Campus Center Lobbies, Newark
Now through January 3rd
Timing: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 6PM
Notes: Please place coats inside the red bins.
Drop off Location: The Blau & Berg Company, 830 Morris Turnpike, Suite 201, Short Hills
Now through January 7th
Timing: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM
Notes: Please drop off coats at The Blau & Company Suite 201, on the second floor.
If you have more than 10 coats to donate, drop-off details are as below:
Drop off Location: Temple Beth Shalom, 193 East Mount Pleasant Avenue, Livingston
Now through January 9th
Timing: Monday – Thursday, 9AM – 5PM; Friday 9AM – 3PM
Notes: The 20ft shipping container is located in the rear of the parking lot.
Drop off Location: West Caldwell Police Department, 21 Clinton Road, West Caldwell
Now through January 9th
Timing: 7AM – 7 PM
Notes: The 20ft shipping container is located in the rear corner of the parking lot.
Coat Drive | Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield
The Bloomfield Kiwanis Club, which has been involved in supporting children in need from all around the globe, is hosting a Coat Drive that runs through December 17th. All donations will be handed over to Jersey Cares to support its annual coat drive.
Drop off Location: Bloomfield High School, 160 Broad Street, Bloomfield.
Timing: Monday – Friday, 7:30PM – 3:30PM
Notes: A collection bin is placed outside the school entrance.
Rocky’s Closet | Montclair State University, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair
Rocky’s Closet is an initiative to help Montclair State University students who are in need of professional clothing. The spot accepts new or slightly-used professional clothing, shoes, and accessories for business settings. To donate, email rockyscloset@montclair.edu.
