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Coat Boston and The Holiday Shop operate out of space provided by Hancock Church in Lexington. This is our hub for delivery of donations, sorting and packing, and distribution to recipient organizations in mid-December.

Please donate only new items.

We cannot distribute used items. Thank you!

What we accept

  • Coats

    New winter coats for children size 6 months and above, to teen and adult sizes to XXXL

  • Winter accessories

    New winter accessories – hats, mittens, and gloves in child and adult sizes

  • Toys

    New toys, action figures and ethnic dolls, ages infant through middle school

  • Gifts for Children and Teens

    New books, art supplies, and games, ages pre-school through high school

  • Sports equipment

    New sporting equipment, all ages – soccer balls are in demand

  • Gift Cards

    Gift cards from vendors such as Amazon, Target, and Stop & Shop in any denomination

Monetary Donations

Your donation will be used to purchase new winter coats and accessories for children in need.

Donate a warm winter coat through our Amazon Wish List

Coat Boston has an Amazon Wish List of coats, from infants to teens and adults. This convenient option is available through November 24, 2025.

Choose delivery to your home or directly to our facility in Lexington, for drop off no later than December 7, 2025.

When ordering please use the “NOTES” section to provide the donor’s name or organization, unless you wish to remain anonymous.

Thank you!

Donation FAQ

How to donate

  • If a drive is being held for Coat Boston and/or The Holiday Shop through your organization or place of worship, donate according to the sponsor’s guidelines.

  • Contact the HR Department at your workplace to inquire about how to set up a donation drive or how to share program information.

  • Organize a drive through your social network, club, or neighborhood group.  Invite people to bring a new item from the donation list above. 

  • Drop off your individual donation at our hub in Lexington.

  • During the period October 1 - November 24, 2025 we will post a link to our Amazon Wish List on this page for items that can delivered to our location or to your home. 

Where to deliver

All donations must be dropped off by Sunday, December 7, 2025 to ensure they can be packed and delivered to recipients by mid-December.

Hours of Operation for Drop-Offs:

Tuesday through Friday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Address for drop-off or carrier delivery:

Coat Boston / The Holiday Shop

c/o Hancock Church

1912 Massachusetts Ave.

Lexington, MA 02421

Enter through the red front door with white columns. The Coat Boston office is located on the left. Our donation box is in the lobby. On-street parking is available in front of the building and across the street.

Large organization donations: please email info@coatboston.org to schedule delivery.

Individual and small group donations: donations may be dropped off at the designated collection box outside our office.

Online orders: use the shipping address above.

For information on making a donation or how to run a collection drive:

Email: info@coatboston.org

Telephone: 781-709-3564

Thank you for supporting our mission to provide new warm winter wear and gifts to our neighbors in need in Boston!