Koats for Kids 2025 – Keeping Children Warm This Winter

The Salvation Army Winnebago County is launching the 2025 Koats for Kids Program with hope and momentum. Thanks to a generous donation and sponsorship from GreenState Credit Union, more than 400 local children will be wrapped in the warmth of a new winter coat this season. The need could not be more urgent — 1 in 5 Rockford residents live in poverty, including 22% of children. For many families, a warm coat is not just comfort, but a necessity they cannot afford.

As the weather turns colder, The Salvation Army of Winnebago County is asking the community to step in once again. We’re collecting NEW children’s coats, snow boots, snow pants, hats, scarves, and gloves to ensure kids in our area stay safe and warm this winter. Every donation helps protect a child who might otherwise face the season unprepared.

Mail Your Donation
Purchase new coats online and ship them to:
The Salvation Army Winnebago County
520 Hollister Avenue
Rockford, IL 61108

Drop Off Your Donation
Drop off your donation during regular business hours to:
GreenState Credit Union
3963 N Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61114

Monetary Donations
Checks may be made payable to The Salvation Army Winnebago County with KOATS in the memo line and mailed to 520 Hollister Avenue, Rockford, IL 61108. You may also give online, with every dollar directly used to purchase new winter clothing for local children.

Donate to Koats for Kids

Together, we can make sure every child has the gift of warmth this winter.