An Article

Dec 4, 2008

LU SOFTBALL AND LESLEY DELIVERS ORGANIZE COAT DRIVE

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - The Lesley University softball team teamed up with Lesley Delivers to organize the 1^st ever Coat and Winter Accessory Drive on campus.  The drive was held for two weeks in November and succeeded in collecting over 125 items that were delivered to the Margaret Fuller House in Central Square.

After all the collecting and sorting was completed, both groups collected over 25 women's dress coats, 15 men's coats, 61 accessories (including scarves, gloves, mittens, hats), 15 kid's items, four casual sweaters/sweatshirts, four pairs of shoes, and two blankets. 

"As a team, we were thrilled to partner with Lesley Delivers to run our first coat drive," commented Head Coach Jen Benway.  "As part of Lesley's mission to "Wake Up the World," we wanted to do our part to give back to the community.  With winter right around the corner, it made sense to gather coats and accessories to help those in need."

Several of the collectors were able to see the delivery through to the Margaret Fuller House which is a local food pantry that also has an annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive around the holidays.  Many people in need were given turkeys, beans, vegetables, and other ingredients to prepare for family and friends on Thanksgiving.  Along with the food that was distributed, people also received additional warm clothing that they were not expecting.

"It was remarkable to see the support from the Lesley community.  We received more coats than we ever expected and because of the success that we had we hope to continue the coat drive each winter.  Thank you to all the faculty, staff, and students from Lesley and AIB for their support!"

Lesley Delivers is a student-run organization dedicated to supporting the homeless individuals around Lesley University and the Cambridge community.  Look for Lesley Delivers to provide opportunities to serve at local shelters such as Rosie's Place and conduct local sandwich runs before school breaks for the holiday break.

To learn more about the Lesley University softball team, please visit their website and to learn more about Lesley Delivers, please visit their blog.

To learn more about the Lesley University softball team, please visit their website.