Keep Kids Warm is a special project fund overseen by the Marshfield Area Community Foundation. The fund exists to provides new coats, hats, and mittens to area children in need. Each year, Foundation board members, community volunteers, and school staff gather to distribute this apparel during a day-long event. The Foundation works with partners such as United Way and school guidance counselors to help identify need and ensure families have access to this program.
“From across the room, I noticed one little girl zip her brand-new sparkly lavender puffer up to the tip of her chin. She smiled, so big, the essence of glittery purple seeming very fitting for her personality. As a mom, I know outfitting kids with quality warm gear is a must. The extended gift of Keep Kids Warm is watching kids pick puffers that help them feel ready to play.” -Kaelie Gomez, Executive Director Marshfield Area Community Foundation
Volunteers from the Community Center, our partners at Associated Bank, Foundation board members, and members of the School District of Pittsville all served in assisting families try on coats, hats and mittens. Thank you to Pittsville Schools student athletes for helping to move bins and set up for the event. The Foundation would like to extend a special thank you to Volunteer Coordinator Elise Hahn, from Pittsville Schools, for ensuring this event success year after year.
This year already, the Keep Kids Warm Fund served over 300 children.
To get involved: Contact the Foundation if you are interested in donating new coats, hats, and mittens for this event, info@marshfield.foundation Donate directly to the Keep Kids Warm fund by clicking here.