Cochrane’s annual Jacket Racket is back for another year. The free community event aims to alleviate the costs associated with seasonal apparel by providing a selection of gently used winter wear for all ages.
Between October 2-16, Town of Cochrane, Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and the Family Resource Network (FRN) will be collecting donations of gently used winter clothing and Halloween costumes. Interested residents can drop off their clothing items for donation at one of the nine convenient donation bins located throughout Cochrane.
- BGC Cochrane
- Bow Valley Credit Union
- Cochrane Alliance Church
- Cochrane RancheHouse
- Cochrane Safeway
- Family & Community Support Services (FCSS)
- Family Resource Network (FRN)
- SLS Centre
- Bragg Creek Community Centre
"In these times of rising living costs, the Jacket Racket event is more important than ever. Over the past two years the number of residents who rely on this program has increased by 72%." says Kim Krawec, Manager of Family and Community Support Services, Town of Cochrane. “Your donations of jackets, hats, scarves, mittens, gloves, snowsuits and boots of all sizes will make a real difference and ensure that everyone in our community stays warm and safe this winter."
This year’s Jacket Racket event will take place on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Cochrane Alliance Church (902 Glenbow Drive). Cochrane and area residents can shop for free, gently used, winter wear and a selection of donated costumes just in time for Halloween.
For more information, visit Cochrane.ca/jacketracket or call 403-851-2265.
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