The Downtown Augusta Family YMCA is collecting gently used coats and other winter accessories including hats and scarves for those who may need a little more warmth in the winter months. All other YMCA branches will start collecting winter coats and accessories on Monday, December 19.

“It’s not a fun feeling to be cold, and we want to help our neighbors in need during the winter months as the temperature drops,” says Danny McConnell, President/CEO of the Family YMCA of Greater Augusta. “This is a great way to make this Christmas season a little more merry and bright for those in need.”       

Coats and other accessories collected will be available for patrons in need on a coat rack placed outside of the Downtown Augusta Family Y and all other locations. In case of inclement weather, the rack will be placed inside of the branch. Patrons in need may take a coat off the rack for them to keep. Anyone interested in donating to the coat drive can leave their coats on the rack hangers.