How to request donations

Coat Boston and The Holiday Shop provide coats, accessories, and gift items to non-profit organizations and public schools in Boston for distribution to individuals in the communities they serve.

We regret that we cannot provide assistance directly to individuals – all distributions will be made through the Boston-based schools and social service agencies that we work with. Please contact a social service agency in your community. 

The need for assistance by Boston’s residents has increased dramatically over recent years. We ask that you prioritize the children and families with the greatest need when requesting items.  Our ability to fill requests is completely based upon donations received from our partner organizations in the Boston area, and this varies from year to year.

Request Form