Receive the Gift of Warmth!
The St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky Winter Coat Drive launches on October 15, 2026 and runs through January 31, 2027.
During this annual drive, we collect and distribute warm winter coats, cold-weather accessories, and coat vouchers to help Northern Kentucky individuals and families stay warm.
Thank you to Arlinghaus Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Electrical for being a presenting sponsor of the Winter Coat Drive.
2026 WINTER COAT DRIVE DISTRIBUTIONS
Coat distribution events in Northern Kentucky will take place:
- Saturday, Nov. 14: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at John G. Carlisle Elementary School
- (910 Holman Street, Covington, KY 41011)
- Saturday, Nov. 14: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church
- (7301 Dixie Hwy, Florence, KY 41042)
- Saturday, Dec. 5: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Life Learning Center
- (20 W 18th St, Covington, KY 41011)
- Saturday, Dec. 5: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Newport Intermediate School
- (95 W 9th St, Newport, KY 41071)
Residents of Cincinnati & Southwest Ohio are served by St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati. Coat distribution events in Hamilton County will take place:
- Saturday, November 7: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at Elder High School
- 3900 Vincent Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205)
- Tuesday, December 8: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Clippard Family YMCA
- (8920 Cheviot Road, Cincinnati, OH 45251)
- Ohio residents can redeem coat vouchers at all St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati Thrift Store locations beginning November 16.
WHAT TO BRING
For all distributions, neighbors do not need to register, but the head of the household and each person receiving a coat will need at least one valid form of ID, including:
- A photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport accepted)
- Social Security card
- Birth certificate
- Medical card
- Consulate card
One coat per person, per season.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
DONATE WINTER COATS / ACCESSORIES
Community members can donate new or gently used winter coats and accessories at the following St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores:
ERLANGER STORE & DONATION CENTER
FLORENCE STORE & DONATION CENTER
FALMOUTH STORE & DONATION CENTER
COLD SPRING STORE & DONATION CENTER
We accept winter coats in all sizes from infant to adult, with a special need for larger adult sizes (XL-XXXL). We also accept donations of other winter accessories including hats, gloves, and scarves.
MAKE A FINANCIAL DONATION
Your financial donation to St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky can be used to purchase new coats for neighbors in need. To make a financial donation, click the button below and select “Winter Coat Drive” from the “Campaign” dropdown list. Coats may also be directly purchased through our Amazon Wish List. Any coats purchased through the Wish List will be mailed directly to St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are needed to sort donated coats before and at distribution events, assist with set-up, welcome and “shop” with guests during distribution events, restock coats and winter accessories, and assist guests at check-out.
For more information about volunteering at Winter Coat Drive distributions, click the button below or email volunteer@svdpnky.org.
