Iowa City Police Department hosts winter clothing drive

The Iowa City Police Department (ICPD) is once again collecting winter clothing items to support members of our community in need. The department is proud to continue its partnership with the Consultation of Religious Communities to distribute the items.

About the drive

ICPD is collecting the following new or gently used items in sizes ranging from newborn to adult:

• Coats
• Gloves
• Hats
• Scarves
• Socks
• Snow pants
• Snow boots

Donations will be accepted daily from Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, until Friday, Oct. 9, at the following locations:

• Iowa City Police Department, 410 E. Washington St.
• Iowa City Public Library, 123 S. Linn St.
• Robert A. Lee Recreation Center, 220 S. Gilbert St.
• Mercer Park Aquatic Center, 2701 Bradford Drive
• Iowa City Fire Station 2, 301 Emerald St.
• Iowa City Fire Station 4, 2008 N. Dubuque Road

Distribution

Donated items will be given away during a series of distribution events. Community members in need of winter apparel can choose from a variety of items during the event Wednesday, Oct. 14, through Friday, Oct. 16, at River Community Church, 3001 Muscatine Ave.

Participants must sign up for a 30-minute "shopping" time slot. Distribution hours and a sign-up link will be shared closer to the event.

Call for volunteers

The Consultation for Religious Communities is seeking volunteers to assist with the event Sunday, Oct. 11, through Saturday, Oct. 17. Depending on the day, volunteers will assist with event set up and clean up, restocking items, or assisting community members shop for items. Volunteers who speak Spanish, French, or Arabic are highly needed and encouraged to sign up for more than one shift, if possible.

The volunteer sign-up can be found here: bit.ly/warmIC

Getting there

Iowa City is fare free! Those interested in attending the winter clothing drive are encouraged to take a free bus to the distribution even on Muscatine Avenue. Participants can take the 9-Towncrest bus to the intersection of Muscatine Avenue and Dover Street (stop 7268) or use the Transit app to plan your trip.