More than 900 Coats Distributed at Family & Children Agency by Knights of Columbus
On Saturday, October 26, more than 90 brand new coats and hand-knit winter hats, were distributed to clients of Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) by the greater Norwalk area Knights of Columbus Councils as part of the Order’s Coats for Kids Initiative. Sizes from toddler and children’s to men’s and women’s were organized and distributed. Since the initiative launched in 2009, more than 1 million coats have been distributed in 49 states and all 10 Canadian provinces to keep kids warm through the winter.
Knights of Columbus Councils from Norwalk, New Canaan, Westport, Wilton, and Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 4th Degree worked together to purchase the brand-new coats through various fundraisers throughout the year. In addition to the new coats, St. Matthew Parishioners Karen Delvecchio and Terri Sargent donated handmade winters hats and scarves for the sixth year in a row.
“Inflation has created an even bigger need in our community, so we do what Knights do by assisting our brothers and sisters when times are rough,” said Project Chairman George Ribellino. “We are honored to partner with the FCA for the sixth straight year.”
“We are deeply grateful for the continued partnership with the Knights of Columbus, who help provide warmth and comfort to children in need through brand new winter coats,” said Robert F. Cashel, President & CEO of FCA. “Each year, as families face increasing financial challenges, this initiative brings relief and joy to parents and children alike, strengthening our community with every coat distributed.”
Local participating councils
Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 4th Degree
Church of the Assumption Council #3688-Westport
Father John Stapleton Council #2287-New Canaan
Msgr. Thomas J Finn Council #46-Norwalk
Our Lady of Fatima Council #12698-Wilton
South Norwalk Council #1253
St Matthew Council #14360-Norwalk
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