Washington, D.C. (Saturday, October 11, 2025) — WHUR 96.3FM kicked off its Season of Giving in a big way with the success of the 23rd Annual WHUR Children’s Coat Drive held today at The Shops at Iverson with weekend host Coka-Lani. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our loyal listeners and community partners, more than 590 new coats, hats, and gloves were collected to help keep children across the DMV warm this winter.
The donated items will be distributed equally among non-profit organizations serving low- and moderate-income families throughout the region, ensuring that children in need have the proper winter gear to face the cold months ahead.
“This event is a powerful reminder of what happens when our community comes together for a common cause,” said WHUR General Manager Sean Plater. “Our listeners always step up to answer the call to help those in need, and today was no exception.”
Among the organizations receiving coats this year was Sasha Bruce Youthwork, which provides shelter and support to homeless and at-risk youth. “The winter gear will go a long way in helping our young people not only stay warm, but also feel better about their outlook,” said Heideh Shahmoradi – Board Member for Sasha Bruce Youthwork.
WHUR extends heartfelt appreciation to our sponsorship partner, FedEx, for their continued commitment to community service, as well as to the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., representing chapters across the region, and the Top Flight Corvette Club for their outstanding support and participation.
The WHUR Children’s Coat Drive marks the official start of the station’s Season of Giving, which continues with Food2Feed on November 18th and the Children’s Toy Drive on December 13th. Together, these efforts highlight WHUR’s ongoing mission to uplift and serve families throughout the Washington metropolitan area.
Below are the organizations receiving the coats, hats, and gloves from teh 2025 WHUR Children’s Coat Drive
Mentoring Education Together With Children – provides educational and social services support to youth and their families in Northern Virginia.
Mission of Love Charities, Inc. – serves homeless and low-income families and individuals in the DMV with food, shelter, clothing, mental health, and job training.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork – works to break the cycle of homelessness for young people in the dmv by providing safe havens and stable housing while equipping young people with essential life skills and educational opportunities.
United Communities Against Poverty – provides solutions to alleviate poverty in Prince George’s County through affordable housing, senior services, emergency shelter, food assistance, eviction prevention, and youth services.
YMCA Calomiris Program Center – mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, and physical development of individuals, families, and communities.
