Share the Warmth Drive Collects Winter Donations
State Representative Patrick Sheehan and local leaders are collecting new blankets, socks, and other essentials for veterans and seniors through November 26.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Philanthropy
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State Representative Patrick Sheehan has partnered with local leaders on the Share the Warmth Winter Donation Drive, which is collecting new blankets, socks, and other essential items. Donations run through November 26 and will support veterans and seniors as colder weather approaches.
Why it matters
Colder temperatures are approaching, and the drive aims to help veterans and seniors stay warm this winter. Supplies are designated for distribution through the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, linking local giving to state veterans' services.
The drive runs through November 26, with drop-offs at Orland Township, Sheehan's Homer Glen district office, and Bremen Township in Oak Forest. No collection totals or goals were announced, and the volume of donations received remains unreported.
The players
Patrick Sheehan
Illinois State Representative whose district includes Mokena and Homer Glen, and who organized the Share the Warmth drive.
Paul O'Grady
Orland Township Supervisor who is participating in the Share the Warmth donation drive as a local drop-off host.
Jim Dodge
Mayor of Orland Park who is supporting the Share the Warmth winter donation effort.
Mike Glotz
Mayor of Tinley Park who is backing the Share the Warmth drive in his community.
Kathy Straniero
Bremen Township Supervisor whose office in Oak Forest is serving as a Share the Warmth donation site.
The details
The drive primarily collects new blankets and socks, while additional clothing, food items, and toiletries are also accepted. Sheehan is joined by Orland Township Supervisor Paul O'Grady, Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge, Tinley Park Mayor Mike Glotz, and Bremen Township Supervisor Kathy Straniero in promoting the effort.
Timeline
November 26: Final day for donation drop-offs.
Philanthropy Context
The drive channels local donations into the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs distribution network, extending state veterans' services through community collection. Local donation drives like this one often rely on township offices and elected officials to gather supplies for distribution by state agencies.
Residents can drop off new blankets, socks, and other essentials at Orland Township, Sheehan's Homer Glen district office, or Bremen Township in Oak Forest through November 26. Clothing, food items, and toiletries are also accepted.
The takeaway
Donating new winter essentials before the November 26 deadline directly supports veterans and seniors facing colder weather. Checking which items each drop-off site accepts can make a donation more useful.
Further reading
For more on charitable giving across the state, explore Illinois Philanthropy coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 1340 WJOL.
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