2025 Winter-Wear for Kids
Effective October 1, 2025, the options below are live to choose how we can help your kids in need with winter coats, snow pants, boots, hats, gloves/mittens, and new socks.
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Note: if you tried submitting something before October 1st for the 2025 season, the sign up was closed. Please see the options below.
Basics for Local Kids offers winter-wear to kids in need.​​
​Inventory is based on donations. We do our best but cannot guarantee availability of all items.
Winter-wear items available include new and gently used
winter coats, boots, snow pants, hats, mittens/gloves, scarves, and new socks.
Kids that qualify:
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Live in western Wisconsin
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Age newborn through 18 years old
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In need of winter-wear
Choose One that Applies Best
What is Basics for Local Kids?
Welcome to Basics for Local Kids! Since 2010, our charitable organization has been dedicated to helping local kids keep warm and active during chilly Wisconsin winters. We offer new and gently used winter-wear, including coats, snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves. Join in making a difference in our community and helping kids thrive regardless of weather!
Support Basics for Local Kids
Donate Winter Wear
Kids rely on your donation of new and gently used coats, snow pants, boots, and water-resistant gloves to help them stay warm and active this winter. All sizes needed from newborn through adult (for teens).
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We have many drop off locations in Pierce & St. Croix counties. Donors in Pierce or St. Croix County can also request a doorstep pick up through the contact page. Please avoid items with rips, stains, or funky smells.
Thank you to our generous supporters!
