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The holiday season is upon us, and here at Coast, we’re thrilled to kick off the festivities with a meaningful tradition! This year, we’re excited to participate in Morguard’s North Pole Express, a four-week donation drive focused on bringing joy to foster children. We’ve partnered with Comfort Cases, an incredible nonprofit dedicated to supporting kids in the foster care system. We’d love for our Coast community to join us in making a real difference this holiday season!
What Is the North Pole Express? 🎅
Imagine a sleigh filled with more than just toys—this drive focuses on collecting essentials that can brighten a child’s day. The North Pole Express is Morguard’s nationwide holiday initiative where communities like Coast in Chicago come together to collect donations for children in foster care. For the next four weeks, our lobby will be transformed into a cheerful drop-off station for your generous contributions.
Who Are We Supporting? 💙
We’re honored to partner with Comfort Cases, a nonprofit founded by Rob Scheer, who grew up in the foster care system. Rob started Comfort Cases to change the reality that many foster kids enter the system with their belongings in trash bags. Comfort Cases provides these children with backpacks filled with essentials like pajamas, books, blankets, and hygiene items.
These comfort cases are more than just bags—they offer children a sense of dignity, comfort, and hope. Each backpack is thoughtfully filled to show these kids they are seen, valued, and cared for during a challenging time in their lives.
How Can You Get Involved? 🎁
We invite all of our wonderful Coast residents to help us make the season brighter for children in need! From now until December 13th, we’re collecting the following items in our lobby:
- New pajamas (all sizes)
- Diaper wipes (packs of 10-48)
- Children’s books (because every child deserves a good bedtime story)
- Small blankets & stuffed animals (perfect for comfort and snuggling)
- Baby washcloths (to help little ones stay clean)
Please keep in mind that all donations must be new and unused, and they should not be religious or holiday-themed to ensure they’re inclusive for all children.
Have Questions? 📞
Our Coast team is here to help! If you have any questions about what to donate or how the drive works, stop by the leasing office or give us a call. We’re more than happy to assist and share details on how you can get involved.
Why Participate? 🤗
The holiday season is all about coming together and giving back. By supporting the North Pole Express, you’re doing more than just donating items—you’re helping foster children feel cared for, valued, and supported. Let’s show them they’re not alone this holiday season.
Let’s come together as a community and fill those comfort cases with love and joy, Coast family! 🎄✨
Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Together, we can make a real difference! 💛😊