The Winter Coat Drive at Freeman Recovery Center helps men and women in recovery stay warm during the coldest months of the year. Through community generosity, we aim to collect 300 new coats for individuals rebuilding their lives, ensuring they feel supported with dignity, compassion, and real care this holiday season.
Why This Coat Drive Matters for People in Recovery
For many individuals in addiction recovery, financial barriers make essentials like warm clothing difficult to access. Our winter coat drive in Tennessee provides tangible support to people navigating early recovery, showing them they are valued members of our community. This initiative reminds every participant that healing extends beyond treatment, it includes feeling seen and supported.
Cold weather brings added challenges for people in crisis or transition. Providing high-quality, new coats helps protect individuals from harsh conditions while reinforcing their sense of worth and stability. Every donation contributes directly to someone striving toward sobriety, independence, and a healthier, more hopeful future.
Coat Drive Dates, Location & Drop-Off Information
The Freeman Recovery Center Winter Coat Drive runs from December 1 through December 25. Our Tennessee community has several weeks to participate and support individuals in recovery during the holiday season.
Drop-Off Details:
- Dates: December 1 – December 25
- Location: 105 Mathis Drive, FRP Suite D (Across from the Dunkin Donuts)
- What We’re Accepting: New coats only for men and women in recovery
- Distribution: All coats are provided directly to individuals in need throughout the community
- Goal: Collect 300 new coats by Christmas
Your donation helps ensure people in recovery stay warm, supported, and cared for during the coldest time of year.
A Message of Gratitude From Freeman Recovery Center
Our team is continually inspired by the compassion shown by the Tennessee community. Each coat donated represents more than warmth, it represents encouragement for individuals working hard to change their lives. Your support reflects the heart of recovery: connection, empathy, and hope.
As we work toward our goal of new coats, we invite everyone to join us in uplifting our local recovery community. Your kindness helps people feel supported, valued, and ready to continue their journey toward healing. Together, we are making a lasting difference.
