Doug Selee joined One Warm Coat last month as Chief Operating Officer. As a former VP of Operations for the American Cancer Society, Doug brings extensive experience working with a large support network.  

What drew him to us? He says it is our very simple, important mission and adds that it's "great to be part of a national organization that makes it easy for people to participate in helping others. Everyone can make a real difference in their own community, and One Warm Coat is here to help make that possible."  He believes that we have achieved unique accomplishments for our size. (We think so, too!) Besides, "It's fun and challenging! A great opportunity to grow in my own learning and non-profit leadership experience!"  

STAY IN TOUCH is the name of Doug's summer project. Look for emails from him over the next couple of months - and please respond. It will be YOUR opportunity to welcome Doug and tell him what works for you and what we might change as we plan for next season. Let's stay in touch! 

Customers of the Blues Jean Bar can "belly up" in May with gently-used coats or jackets and receive a 15% discount. When we asked Sydney P.,
(who works for this unique denim retailer) "why hold your Jacket Drive in May?" she replied, simply, "Because people will be doing spring cleaning!" We LOVE learning about the many ways that our Organizers help to meet the need for warm coats year 'round. We applaud the Blues Jean Bar for their creativity and ask YOU, "What's in YOUR closet?"  

April 22nd is Earth Day! The 3 Rs (reduce/reuse/ recycle) inspired THIS sponsor to help their associates and friends care for their home environment while caring for their community. During the winter, GLAD Products Company provided FREE "collection" bags to all Organizers. Now, in support of our cause and their home office community, GLAD celebrates Earth Day with a coat drive at their headquarters.  

Psst! Earth Day = gently used coats = great recycling project for YOUR headquarters, too!