Sen. Adriane Johnson to host winter coat drive

As the colder months begin and more people are struggling financially due to the ongoing public health crisis, State Sen. Adriane Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove) is hosting a winter coat drive to help families in need stay warm.

"Winter coats can be quite expensive - especially for families who have multiple children," Johnson said. "It's getting cold, and there are many people who don't have coats - including some children who are wearing coats that don't properly fit them. Please help our community by donating new coats this year."

To make it more convenient for people to donate, Johnson will host a number of temporary drop-off locations throughout the district.

The dates and locations are as follows:

• Sunday, Dec. 27: 1 to 2:30 p.m., Foss Park District, 1730 Lewis Ave., North Chicago

• Monday, Dec. 28: 3 to 4:30 p.m., Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills

• Saturday, Jan. 2: 1 to 2:30 p.m., Lilac Cottage, 1911 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan

Johnson's office will be wearing masks and following COVID-19 protocols at each location. People who would like to donate can simply pull into the parking lot and hand the coats off through their car window.

Donated coats will be given to a number of nonprofits and townships in need throughout the district.

For more information, contact Johnson's office at (847) 672-4395 or info@senatoradrianejohnson.com.