It’s that time of year again! The Knights of Columbus here at St. Rita are kicking off their Coats for Kids Fundraiser. This year’s goal is to raise $9,000 and provide 600 coats for children in Walton County, a 25% increase from last year.
Coats for Kids is a nationwide campaign for the Knights of Columbus that launched in 2009. The Knights of Columbus are a Catholic Fraternal Organization classified as a 501(c)(3) benefit society, that launched in 2009. They are able to buy tens of thousands of winter coats for distribution across the US every year, which allows them to purchase the coats at a significant discount. They have distributed coats in 49 U.S. States and all 10 Canadian provinces, including on U.S. military bases and Native American and First Nation reservations in the U.S. and Canada.
Due to your generosity, last year the Knights of were able to provide 480 coats for kids in our community. They’ve seen a year over year increase in donations since the implementation in Walton County in 2022. Let’s help the 3rd Annual Coats for Kids Fundraiser to be the best yet.
Coats will be delivered directly to children in Walton County before Thanksgiving and the approach of the winter season. With the rising needs of many families, especially those facing financial hardships, it’s been difficult for some to afford even the basics, like a winter coat. Some schools in Walton County that previously provided coats to students have lost funding this year, so it’s important the Knights of Columbus, and our community, make sure no child is left cold.
Knights of Columbus will be teaming up again with Caring and Sharing of South Walton to distribute the coats. Families who register for Thanksgiving meals from Caring and Sharing will have the opportunity to write in the number of coats and coat sizes needed on their order form. Families will be assigned to pick up their meals and coats on either November 18, 20 or 22.
If you are interested in donating, please scan the QR code in our flyer. You will then be able to make your donation directly to the Knights of Columbus. Your donations will go directly towards coats for children in Walton County and are greatly appreciated.
Author: Sowal Editor
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