Who We Are
Providing warmth, confidence, and hope through basic need programs that connect under-resourced children to the community resources they need to thrive.
Operation Warm’s mission has always been focused on the whole child. Our tagline, ‘more than a coat’, means that our coats and shoes provide children with not just physical warmth, but also emotional warmth, the confidence to socialize and succeed, and hope for a brighter future. We’re proud to say that over the last 26 years, these gifts have become a bridge between families in need and our partners offering access to critical resources.
Our Guiding Principles
Warmth
Operation Warm creates brand-new, high-quality coats and athletic-style shoes for children in need, offering both physical and emotional warmth.
Confidence
The gift of a brand-new coat or pair of shoes empowers children by sparking self-confidence in a way that second-hand clothing cannot. This gift can help students attend school, socialize with their peers and play outside with pride.
Hope
Many families living in poverty struggle to afford necessities like food, housing, clothing and child care. The gift of a brand-new coat or pair of shoes offers hope to both children and their parents, reminding them their community cares about their well-being and future.
Who We Serve
