February 27, 2025 –
South Burlington, VT - Vermont Federal Credit Union and WCAX-TV have concluded their second annual Great Vermont Coat Drive, collecting more than 1,000 new and gently used coats to help Vermonters in need.
Building on last year’s success, this year’s drive saw an increase in early contributions, with Vermont Federal members donating coats even before the official launch. All collected coats will be distributed through Lund, the Vermont Department for Children and Families, as well as regional non-profit organizations.
“We are incredibly grateful to our Vermont Federal members, staff, and the entire community for making the second year of the Great Vermont Coat Drive a huge success,” said Jean Giard, President and CEO of Vermont Federal Credit Union. “In Vermont’s harsh winters, a warm coat is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Through this partnership, we are committed to making a meaningful impact and ensuring that more community members stay warm this winter.”
The coat drive ran from January 14th to February 14th, 2025, with all eight Vermont Federal Credit Union branches serving as collection sites. Coats donated at each branch will be distributed within their respective local communities.
For over 70 years, Vermont Federal Credit Union has been dedicated to community support and volunteerism, giving back through donations, partnerships, and local initiatives.
To learn more about Vermont Federal Credit Union, visit vermontfederal.org.
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About Vermont Federal Credit Union:
Vermont Federal Credit Union is a $900 million-plus full-service, not-for-profit, cooperative financial institution that has served Vermonters for more than 70 years, with eight locations currently serving over 55,000 members. Members are part of a cooperative, meaning they share ownership in the Credit Union and elect a volunteer board of directors. Vermont Federal Credit Union provides membership to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Vermont. Vermont Federal Credit Union is committed to supporting its communities and helping Vermonters prosper, no matter where they may be on life’s journey.
About WCAX-TV:
Since 1954 WCAX-TV has provided news, weather, and sports coverage to the Burlington, Vermont and Plattsburgh, New York regions. WCAX is a CBS affiliate headquartered in South Burlington, Vermont.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Peter Winch
Director of Marketing
pwinch@vermontfederal.org
(802) 658-0225 x 1312
