The 2023 Warmest Winter campaign returns on October 9th! Warmest Winter will begin with a city-wide clothing & toy drive, concluding with our 5th A Night at the Museum event on December 21st.

There are many opportunities for community members, vendors, and businesses to volunteer, partner, sponsor, and more. Stay updated on the Warmest Winter 2023 by checking this page and the ways to get involved below.

 

#WarmestWinter season is almost here and SocialWorks is kicking off its 7th Annual Donation Drive! This year, the drive will happen from October 9th 2023 to December 3rd, 2023 and we’re accepting NEW and GENTLY USED coats, warming items, hygiene items, and toys. 10-15 locations within the Chicagoland area will be selected and these items will directly benefit those experiencing homelessness!⁣ NO FOOD OR CANNED GOODS WILL BE COLLECTED.

If your business or organization wants to help spread the warmth by hosting a donation box this season, complete this interest form below! The deadline to complete is September 24th at 11:59pm.

Register to Host a Donation Box

 

A Night at the Museum, is back on December 21st, 2023!

A Night at the Museum is a family-fun holiday event allowing guests to explore the Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) after-hours, engaging with 50+ event-only vendors, activations, performers, and more! This event also serves as a donation hub for those experiencing homelessness. During the last A Night at the Museum event in 2022, guests donated over 8,000 warming items affecting shelters across Chicago!

If you, your business or organization wants to help spread the warmth by being involved in A Night at the Museum this season, complete this interest form below!

Deadline to complete the Interest Form is October 8th, 2023 • 11:59pm 

Register to be Vendor at A Night at the Museum

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