YMCA of Lincoln Fourth Annual Coat Drive for People’s City Mission 

Winter weather in Nebraska can bring hardships to the homeless, but once again a familiar organization is stepping in to bring some warmth and relief from the cold to those who need it most. During the month of October, all four Lincoln YMCA locations will be participating in a coat drive to benefit People’s City Mission. In just three years, over 8,500 coats have been collected thanks to the generosity of YMCA members and the Lincoln community at large. 

Community members that donate a new or gently used coat will receive a free pass to “Try the Y” for a week, valid through the end of the year. Current YMCA members donating coats will also have a chance to win a Free Y Membership for 2025.

“Nebraska winters can be especially challenging for those experiencing homelessness, and once again, we are committed to providing support through our annual coat drive,” shared Renee Yost, President & CEO of the Lincoln YMCA. “This effort is a testament to the strength and compassion of our community, and we are proud to partner once more with People’s City Mission to make a meaningful difference.”

The drive will take place October 1-21, with a kick-off coat distribution at PCM’s Help Center starting at 10:30am on Friday, November 8. 

Coat Drive Drop-off Locations:

Cooper YMCA – 6767 S. 14^th Street

Copple Family YMCA – 8700 Yankee Woods Drive

Fallbrook YMCA – 700 Penrose Drive

Northeast YMCA – 2601 N. 70^th Street

Additional drop off locations, as well as more information about the YMCA Community Coat Drive, can be found at YMCALincoln.org/events.