Iowa City and University of Iowa police departments host winter clothing drive

Lang
11/8/23

Colder temperatures are returning and the Iowa City and University of Iowa police departments are once again teaming up to host a winter clothing drive for those in need.

The departments are collecting the following items in sizes ranging from newborn to adult:

  • Coats
  • Gloves
  • Hats
  • Scarves
  • Socks
  • Snow pants
  • Snow boots

All items donated should be new or gently used. Donations will be accepted daily until Friday, Dec. 1st at the following locations:

  • Iowa City Police Department, 410 E. Washington St.
  • University of Iowa Police Department, 200 S. Capitol St., Suite 808 (Lower level of Old Capitol Town Center)
  • Iowa City Public Library, 123 S. Linn St.
  • Robert A. Lee Recreation Center, 220 S. Gilbert St.
  • Mercer Park Aquatic Center, 2701 Bradford Drive

Community members in need of winter apparel can choose from a variety of items from noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 at Mercer Park Aquatic Center. Supplies will be limited.