Collecting gently used winter coats, boots, gloves, hats, mittens and warm blankets

Benefitting Migrant Ministries

The Oak Park Migrant Ministry is a dedicated, interfaith organization supporting migrant families in the community. Since June, they have provided services to over 14,000 migrants, including English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, immigration support, social services, and weekly healthcare. Their "free stores" supply essential items to families, and they have successfully resettled 13 families. After outgrowing their initial location, they moved to the former St. Edmund School in December to expand their reach. As a collaborative, compassionate effort among local faith groups, the Oak Park Migrant Ministry is here to empower and uplift migrant neighbors.

Donation guidelines:

We’re collecting gently used winter items to help those in need. Please follow these guidelines when donating:

  • Condition: All items should be in gently used condition, clean, and free from damage. No stains, rips, or broken zippers.

  • Accepted Items: We gladly accept winter coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, and earmuffs in adult, youth, and child sizes.

  • Footwear: Gently used winter boots are welcome. Please ensure they are in good, wearable condition.

  • No Wool or Dry-Clean-Only Items: To ensure easy maintenance for recipients, we cannot accept wool or items labeled “dry clean only.”

  • Blankets: Clean, gently used blankets are also accepted to help keep families warm.

  • Drop-Off: Please place items in donation box at Dept office.

Thank you for helping to keep our community warm this winter!