Buy Nothing Day Coat Exchange

Thank you for an incredible event!

Thank you to each and every one of our collection site leaders, volunteers, and every single person who donated even one coat. Every item donated makes a huge difference in the life of its recipient.

Rhode Island truly is the smallest state with the biggest heart. Let’s keep up the good work and continue to help our fellow human beings each and every day. Stay tuned for information on our upcoming sock drive in early 2022!

In the news:

The BND Coat Exchange began over 20 years ago when founder Greg Gerritt decided to channel his love of the environment into a charitable cause. Annually occurring on Black Friday, Buy Nothing Day invites you to give rather than spend, and to repurpose rather than toss. Each Friday after Thanksgiving, those in need of warmth meet at donation sites around the state to receive gently-used winter gear. Whether taking a coat or donating one, you’ll always be met with a smile.

If you can donate a coat, please do so. If you can organize a coat collection, please do so. If you need a coat, please come take one off the racks. Free, no questions asked.