EASY TWEET: .@RedskinsCR and @Macys partner to keep children warm during the winter season with Share the Warmth Coat Giveaway on 10/24
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. – The Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation and Macy's are teaming up to donate 300 winter coats and hats to local underserved youth at the 9th annual Share the Warmth Coat Giveaway at Macy's Dulles Town Center on Tuesday, Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Current Redskins players will help* *children select a coat and enjoy a celebration filled with music and a craft station.
Children from the following elementary schools will be in attendance:
- Capitol Heights Elementary School (PGCPS)
- Glenridge Elementary School (PGCPS)
- Leckie Education Campus (DCPS)
- Thomson Elementary School (DCPS)
- Guilford Elementary School (LCPS)
- Crestwood Elementary School (FCPS)
- Saratoga Elementary School (FCPS)
"As the seasons change, it's extremely important that children have the proper clothing to stay warm," said Lauren Frederick Anania, Macy's Director of Cause Marketing. "This annual initiative aligns closely with Macy's brand values and we are excited to partner with the Redskins Charitable Foundation in order to continue providing warmth to children in need."
Share the Warmth is one of several initiatives within the Redskins Charitable Foundation's "Season of Sharing" campaign that assists children and families during the holidays.
Any questions regarding the "Season of Sharing" campaign or the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation should be directed to Tish Carmona of Redskins Public Relations at 703-726-7077 or carmonat@redskins.com.
