JACKSONVILLE —
The nation-wide annual Coats for Kids campaign is underway, with local dry-cleaners designated as drop-off sites for items like coats and jackets.
Garments will be collected throughout the month of October and cleaned free of charge, then turned over to the H.O.P.E. Center.
H.O.P.E will distribute coats Sat., Nov. 3, from 9 a.m.-noon to individuals in need.
Local News
September 28, 2012
Coats for Kids campaign now underway
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