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GLMV/K Winter Coat Drive For Vets Now Underway
With winter around the corner, it's time once again for the 6th Annual Green
With winter around the corner, it’s time once again for the 6th Annual Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills, Kildeer (GLMV(K) Winter Coat Drive for Vets., the largest local coat drive with some 40+ collection locations.
Donated gently used and new winter coats, jackets, and other seasonal outerwear (all styles and sizes, kids through adults) will be provided to local veterans in need and their families through Midwest Veteran’s Closet (MVC), a not-for-profit charity that provides free clothing and other items to our former soldiers, and others.
“Our winter coat collection for veterans is a great way to show our support and thank our vets for their amazing service,” said GLMV President Scott Adams. "We are always thrilled to participate in this valuable and important event to help our veteran families in need," noted Sponsor Julie Ivic, American Place Casino.
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Collection boxes are located at municipalities, police departments, and various businesses throughout the towns. Donations can be dropped off at those locations now through November 20, 2025. For a full list of drop-off locations, please visit: https://www.glmvchamber.org/.../glmv-2025-coat-drive-for...... or call GLMV Chamber of Commerce at 847-680-0750.
Thanks to all participants for your generosity to help make our coat drive a huge success!
