Soroptimists, partners present Coat and Warm Clothing Drive


October 27, 2012 · 1:36 PM

The Soroptimist International of Kent is holding its annual Coat and Warm Clothing Drive through Nov. 30.

The drive benefits homeless students and families identified by the Kent School District.

Local churches, the school district, Kent Fire Department and La Petite Daycare have joined the Soroptimists in the drive.

The community at large can help by dropping off new and gently used coats, hats, mittens/gloves and new socks at the following locations:

  • Kent Fire Station No.74, 24611 116th Ave. SE
  • La Petite Daycare, 24037 132nd Ave. SE
  • Kent School District Admin Building, 12033 SE 256th
  • First Christian Church of Kent, 11717 SE 240th
  • Kent Covenant Church, 12010 SE 240th
  • Kent First Baptist Church, 11420 SE 248th
  • Zion Lutheran Church, 25105 132nd SE
  • First Presbyterian Church, 9495 S 248th St.

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