November 2, 2026 – January 10, 2027
As temperatures drop across Chicago, the need for warmth, comfort, and essential supplies continues to grow.
SocialWorks is proud to announce the 9th Annual Warmest Winter Clothing Drive, inviting Chicagoans to come together and support individuals and families experiencing homelessness throughout the winter season.
From November 2, 2026, through January 10, 2027, donation boxes will be available at 11 collection locations across Chicago. With the support of local businesses, organizations, and community members, we're working to make this winter a little warmer for our neighbors in need.
We're collecting the following items:
Please note: Food and canned goods will not be accepted.
Thanks to our generous collection partners, you can drop off donations at the following locations:
For thousands of Chicagoans experiencing homelessness, winter brings more than freezing temperatures. It creates additional challenges in accessing warm clothing, basic hygiene products, and everyday necessities that many of us take for granted.
A winter coat can provide protection from the cold. A fresh hygiene kit can offer comfort and dignity. A toy can bring a moment of joy to a child facing difficult circumstances.
Every donation, no matter how small, is an opportunity to remind someone that their community cares.
For nine years, Warmest Winter has brought Chicagoans together around a simple belief: everyone deserves warmth, dignity, and care.
This winter, we're asking you to help carry that tradition forward.
Gather what you can, find a collection box near you, and help us make Chicago's Warmest Winter possible.
Together, we can make a difference — one donation, one neighbor, and one act of kindness at a time.
