Clean out your closet for a cause with Helpmate’s coat drive

Have an old winter coat staring at you from the back of your closet? Give it a new life by donating it to Helpmate’s coat drive. The nonprofit, which provides resources to people experiencing intimate partner domestic violence, is helping outfit our community with cozy, cold-weather clothing.

Beginning today, Wednesday, Nov. 1 through Saturday, Nov. 18, you can drop off your gently used coats, gloves, and hats at locations throughout Asheville — Helpmate just requests that your donations be warm, clean, and in good condition.

Here’s where you can take your items:

• Family Justice Center, 35 Woodfin St.
• Hatchett Goods, 96 Weaverville Rd., Ste. 107
• Mountain Intaglio, 96 Weaverville Rd., Ste. 108
• Tiny Threads Children’s Resale, 96 Weaverville Rd., Ste. 106
  Pro tip: You get a 15% discount on a purchase if you donate a coat.
• Trade and Lore, 37 Wall St.