Winter Coats for Students in Need

Funded Nov 1, 2024

Thanks to you, New Utrecht High School students can cover up those hoodie sweatshirts with actual warmth-giving outerwear. Your generous and thoughtful donation was a cornerstone of a multi-staff project — more than a dozen of us were involved — to provide tangible support and an expression of care for students who could benefit from some assistance in braving the cold.

The temperature in Brooklyn recently dropped below zero, so the new coats we purchased with your support will be put into use asap. The process is as anonymous as possible and invites students who sign up for a new coat to come to a private room for a personalized fitting with a designated staff member. Students can also take gloves, socks and hats as needed.

By catering to students' external needs, we hope to express our concern for their inner well being, too and encourage them to open up to school counselors about other areas in which they would like support. It does take a village and we are honored that you are part of ours this winter.”

With gratitude,

Ms. Ohunwu