From November 15 through December 10, 5XÉçÇø will be collecting clean, gently used or new items for all ages, including warm clothing, hats, gloves, scarves and sweaters. Look for large boxes with Winter Coat and Clothing Drive signs at the buildings listed below. Winter coat and clothing donations will go to the Winter Warm-Up Stations at the Williamson House and Schwartz Center (room 261); and the Phyllis Zumkehr Portage County Clothing Center, which provides free items to homeless individuals, families, elderly, and veterans in need. Stop by the Winter Warm-Up Stations and take what you need.
Donation bins are at the following locations:
- Student Recreation and Wellness Center lobby
- Library first floor circulation desk (lobby)
- Student Center first floor outside room 106
- Schwartz Center room 261 (above admissions)
Winter Warm-Up Stations (Take what you need to stay warm!) are located at:
- Williamson House front entrance between the glass doors.
- Schwartz Center room 261 (above admissions)
The Winter Coat and Clothing Drive is coordinated by Kent State's Career Exploration and Development; Community Engaged Learning; Kent State Student Center; Office of Sustainability; and the Women's Center.