Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive Jan 1 - Feb 7

Help those in need this winter by donating new or gently worn sweaters, coats and cold-weather gear to KCTS 9's 19th annual Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive, running from January 11 through February 7. The donated items will benefit Wellspring Family Services, Queen Anne Helpline and Northwest Center.

Look for the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive collection bin at any PCC Natural Markets location or Sound Credit Union location in Western Washington; or drop your items off at KCTS 9's Seattle Center studio. Warm clothing for children and teens is greatly needed, but all new or gently used adult and children’s sweaters and coats will be accepted.

“All of us, at some time or other, need help,” said Fred Rogers. “Whether we’re giving or receiving a sweater, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world. That’s one of the things that connects us as neighbors—in our way, everyone is a giver and receiver."

Fred Rogers began the sweater drive and inspired its spirit of generosity and neighborliness for six years before he passed away in 2003. His red sweater (knitted by his mom) and tennis shoes bring to mind comfort, care and joy in learning for millions. KCTS 9 is honored to continue the program in his memory. Last year's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive collected more than 7,900 sweaters and coats—more than 10,000 pounds of warm clothing!

Sound Credit Union in Shoreline, 16330 Aurora.
PCC Markets at Westgate, Edmonds, 9803 Edmonds Way.