Louisville, Kentucky, October 25, 2025
Local leaders in Louisville, Kentucky, have initiated the fifth annual Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive to collect new winter coats for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students in need. The drive encourages donations at Jefferson County Clerk’s Office locations, aiming to surpass last year’s collection of over 1,000 coats. Coats will be distributed to students before Thanksgiving break, honoring former staff member Chase Gavin. This initiative, driven by local leaders and the Association of Community Ministries, highlights the community’s commitment to supporting local students during winter.
Louisville, Kentucky
Local leaders have launched the fifth annual Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive to provide new winter coats to Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students in need.
Coats can be donated at any Jefferson County Clerk’s Office location and will be distributed to students before Thanksgiving break.
Last year, the drive collected over 1,000 coats, and organizers aim to surpass that number this year.
Donation Details
New coats of all sizes are being collected to ensure every JCPS student has a warm coat this winter.
Donations can be made at any Jefferson County Clerk’s Office location.
Background
The Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive was initiated by Kentucky State Senator David Yates and is now powered by the Association of Community Ministries.
The drive honors former District 25 staff member Chase Gavin and has been an annual event for five years.
Coats collected through the drive are distributed to students in need through JCPS schools.
Weather Forecast for Louisville, KY
Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 44°F (6°C)
Saturday, October 25: Thick cloud cover, High: 62°F (16°C), Low: 47°F (8°C)
Sunday, October 26: Considerable cloudiness, High: 60°F (15°C), Low: 45°F (7°C)
Monday, October 27: Cloudy with a shower in the area, High: 61°F (16°C), Low: 48°F (9°C)
Tuesday, October 28: Remaining cloudy with a couple of showers, High: 58°F (14°C), Low: 43°F (6°C)
Wednesday, October 29: Mostly cloudy and cool with a couple of showers, High: 54°F (12°C), Low: 40°F (5°C)
Thursday, October 30: Low clouds, then perhaps some sun and cool, High: 52°F (11°C), Low: 41°F (5°C)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive?
The Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive is an annual event in Louisville, Kentucky, aimed at providing new winter coats to Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students in need. The drive is currently in its fifth year and is organized by local leaders and the Association of Community Ministries.
How can I donate a coat?
Coats can be donated at any Jefferson County Clerk’s Office location. The collected coats will be distributed to JCPS students before Thanksgiving break.
How many coats were collected last year?
Last year, the drive collected over 1,000 coats. Organizers aim to surpass that number this year.
Who initiated the Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid drive?
The drive was initiated by Kentucky State Senator David Yates and is now powered by the Association of Community Ministries. It honors former District 25 staff member Chase Gavin.
How are the collected coats distributed?
The collected coats are distributed to students in need through Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS).
Key Features of the Chase Gavin Coat-A-Kid Drive
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Provide new winter coats to Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students in need. |
| Duration | Fifth annual event. |
| Organizers | Local leaders and the Association of Community Ministries. |
| Donation Locations | Any Jefferson County Clerk’s Office location. |
| Distribution Timeline | Coats will be distributed to students before Thanksgiving break. |
| Previous Year’s Collection | Over 1,000 coats collected last year. |
| Goal for This Year | Aim to surpass the previous year’s collection. |
| Initiator | Kentucky State Senator David Yates. |
| Drive Honoree | Former District 25 staff member Chase Gavin. |
| Distribution Method | Coats are distributed to students in need through JCPS schools. |
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