Hear From Our Community
"The Big Reno Coat Drive has donated over 200 coats to Rita Cannan Elementary students within the last couple of years. Without these donations from our community, those students might have had to endure the entire winter without a warm coat to wear. We are so thankful to partner with the Big Reno Coat Drive to keep our students warm and healthy throughout the coldest months of the year!"
Chase Tatro
School Social Worker, LSW, Rita Cannan Elementary School
“The Big Reno Coat Drive was an enormous help in getting Sparks Middle School students outfitted for their cold walk to school. Our students felt confident in wearing their new coats, and I, as a counselor, could see a positive change in their demeanor. I believe it helped improve our attendance during the colder months as well.”
Casey Ritenour M.Ed., NCC
School Counselor, Natchez Elementary School
"I received a few winter coats for myself and for my adult children who will visit my youngest son and I next week in Reno. I wanted to say thank you.... they would not have had the warm coats needed to fit the trip if you had not welcomed us over.. you need to hear how far your unconditional care runs. You're freaking amazing and I am shocked you're so young!"
Tracy Ann Gallegos,
Tracy Ann Gallegos, BRCD 2017 participant