As the cold weather approaches, the Town of Van Buren is proud to partner with In My Father’s Kitchen to collect essential winter clothing for the homeless and those in need.
To make giving easier for residents, Abbott Farms and the Town of Lysander have joined the effort and are serving as additional drop-off locations. Please find additional information about the donation drive below.
Items Needed The Most:
Community members are encouraged to donate new or gently used:
- Winter coats (ski or water-resistant preferred)
- Water-resistant gloves
- New white socks
- Hats and scarves
- Hand warmers (for including in gloves during distribution)
- New or gently used boots (men’s sizes 8½–12)
Drop-Off Locations:
Donations can be dropped off at any of the following locations:
- Van Buren Town Hall – 7575 Van Buren Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
- Lysander Town Hall – 8220 Loop Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
- Abbott Farms – 3275 Cold Springs Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
About In My Father’s Kitchen
In My Father’s Kitchen is a Syracuse-based nonprofit organization founded by John and Leigh-Ann Tumino. The group provides direct outreach to people living on the streets, offering food, clothing, and compassionate connections to housing, medical care, and recovery programs. Their mission is rooted in restoring dignity and providing hope to those who feel forgotten.
Learn more at inmyfatherskitchen.org
Join Us in Supporting Our Community
This winter donation drive is a simple but powerful way to make a difference in the lives of those struggling during the cold months. Every coat, pair of gloves, and pair of socks helps bring warmth to someone in need.