Last night, as we did our final tally, Jason gets Marcus on the phone to coordinate delivery logistics.

Marcus: “A cargo van should be a good enough size right?”
Jason looks at the group, looks around the garage: “Ummmmm. No. You’re going to need at least a twenty-footer.”

It’s Monday morning, and Marcus pulls into Jason’s driveway with a 20′ moving truck to load up everything we’ve collected over the last eight weeks:

310 Coats
252 Blankets
22 Sleeping Bags
279 Long sleeve shirts
78 Short sleeve shirts
51 Pants
41 Gloves
70 Scarves
74 Socks
83 Hats
36 Shoes
130 Kids items
10 Misc (earmuffs, etc.)

GRAND TOTAL: 1436

We’ve partnered with three Seattle organizations to distribute items according to need: The REACH Program, Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission and The Millionair Club Charity.

These organizations have dedicated their efforts to providing much needed resources to the displaced population around Seattle.

So a HUGE THANK YOU to all of you who’ve supported our cause. The past eight weeks have been a whirlwind in getting things planned, organized, and executed—but we made it all happen, thanks to your generous donations.

Warm holiday wishes to you and yours, from all of us at Blanket Seattle!

Five weeks ago, Jeff shared his idea with a handful of strangers.

Three days ago, as we unloaded all the items collected from the coat drive into Jason’s garage, Mae looks at Jeff and asks, “Bet you didn’t think it was going to turn into this.”

Jeff shakes his head and smiles, “Nope.”

Tonight we completed our first inventory, and the tally results are in:
Coats/Sweaters/Hoodies/Jackets – 444
Blankets – 119
Sleeping Bags – 13
Gloves – 31
Scarves – 61
Socks – 59
Shoes – 31
Pants – 27
Shirts – 67
Hats – 67
Misc items (neck warmers, ear muffs)- 8
Kid’s Coats – 67
Other Kid’s Stuff – 32

Total so far: 1,026

And we’re not done yet. People are continuing to donate, so we’re still accepting items for another week or so. In the south end, there are two collection bins set up within Valley Medical Center. If you’re unable to drop items off at that location, email us to make arrangements and someone from our team will be in touch with you.

Stay tuned for the final count and follow our journey as we deliver these items to those who need it most….

Blanket Seattle’s Coat Drive was an eye-opening and humbling experience for us—thank you so much for coming out to support our cause! We met some really amazing people. It was impressive to see the donations pouring in, reflecting the true spirit of giving this holiday season, and we’re excited to distribute items to those struggling to stay warm this winter.

Because there are so many items, we’ll be organizing and taking inventory of everything we’ve collected so far and update you soon with a tally.

If you were unable to make it to one of our locations, that’s okay—you can still donate items. Just send us an email and we’ll work with you to make arrangements.

Thank you again so much for your continued support!

Come by any of our 5 locations on December 3rd, between 10am-2pm.
View all the locations here.

We’re accepting the following new or gently used items, in all sizes:
- Blankets/Sleeping Bags
- Outerwear: coats, jackets
- Boots & Shoes
- Socks (new only)
- Long-sleeved shirts: sweaters, sweatshirts, thermals
- Pants: sweats, snowpants

If you have items to donate, but cannot make it to our Coat Drive on the 3rd, send us an email and we’ll arrange a way to collect the items from you.

Thank you to everyone who has volunteered time and items to support our cause. You guys are rockstars!

North end collections will be held at the Canyon Park QFC in Bothell, from 10am-2pm.

Get directions:
22833 Bothell-Everett Hwy
Bothell, WA 98021

South end collections will be held at Safeway in Downtown Renton, from 10am-2pm.

Get directions:
200 S 3rd St
Renton, WA 98055

Eastside collections will be held at Whole Foods Market in Bellevue, from 10am-2pm.

Get directions:
888 116th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Second confirmed location for the December 3rd Coat Drive will be at the Wallingford QFC off 45th Ave in Seattle, from 10am-2pm.

Get directions:
1801 North 45th Street
Seattle WA 98103

Our first confirmed location for the December 3rd Coat Drive will be at the Jefferson Park Safeway in West Seattle, from 10am-2pm.

Get directions:
4754 42nd Ave
Seattle WA 98116

Check back soon for additional locations around the Puget Sound region—we’ll be posting up at several places to make drop-offs more convenient for you.

We are a few hearts with the humble hope of providing warmth to our homeless community in and around Seattle.

To donate new or gently used items, or to learn more about ways to help, please send us an email.

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