Valparaiso, IN – As colder weather settles over Northwest Indiana, the Valparaiso Police Department is calling on residents to help keep neighbors warm through its Winter Item Drive, running November 1–30, 2025.
According to a department announcement, donations of new or gently used coats, scarves, gloves, hats, socks, and winter boots are being collected throughout the month. All items will go directly to local families in need through community partners, including Hilltop Neighborhood House.
Drop-offs can be made at the Valparaiso Police Department, located at 355 S. Washington Street. Residents with questions may contact PSW Natalie Beare at 219-476-7943 or nkasberger@valpopd.com.
Police say the annual effort helps meet growing local demand for warm clothing as temperatures dip below freezing. “It’s a small act that makes a big difference for families facing tough times,” the department shared on social media.
Community members are encouraged to donate early and spread the word to help ensure every household stays warm this winter.
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