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Impactful Stories From Our Volunteers

Volunteer Stories

Every season, we hear impactful stories from our volunteers – sharing their experiences and the joy they felt at gifting events. Some of the stories from this past season touched us so much, that we just had to share. Take a look!

And, if your company is interested in starting an employee volunteer program with Operation Warm, reach out to our team! 

 

 

  • "My favorite memory from the day was when one of the students [received] a new pair of black shoes with a white sole. He said I have shoes like you! Then he said you wear glasses like my brother and gave me a high five."
     
  • "It was cry-free Friday, but my heart was overflowing. The kids were amazing...participation should come with a disclaimer that you might discover feelings that you haven't had in a long time. Thank you for providing this opportunity for me to participate. I could do this every Friday for 52 weeks to make sure no child at any school is missed."
     
  • "My job was to write the names of the kids on the tag of the jacket. There were several kids that didn't want to take them off and a few who pretty much refused so I did my best to add their name while it was still on. I love that they loved their new coats so much."
     
  • "I come from [an] inner city community...I can identify myself with these kid’s...I thank [my company] for giving me the opportunity to be involved. I feel very proud that the company I represent would do such a spectacular event like this. The kid’s faces and the joy of knowing that someone cares about their well being, made my day."
     
  • "I enjoyed helping the next generation experience a positive exchange with a total stranger who just wanted to help them. Seeing the appreciation the students felt - gave me confidence in the future of our communities."
     
  • "After the event had ended, I was helping clean up the event space. As I was returning from the supply closet, I had 2 girls in the first grade come running up to me in their new bright pink shoes. They gave me a big hug and thanked me. One of the girls said it was the first time she had ever had a pair of new shoes. That melted my heart."
     
  • "It was an amazing event, perfect day to give warm coats as Seattle got it's first snow of the year! The kids were so happy and I got to meet my team in person for the first time ever!"
     
  • "While helping a student try on a coat, she said "this is the best day of my whole life"! "

 

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Our Impact

  • Years of Service

    25

  • Total Children Served

    6,000,000+

  • Communities Served

    4,086

  • 2022-2023 Volunteer Hours

    125,000+

  • Eagles
    Eagles
  • Subaru
  • FedEx
  • Nordstrom
  • Thomas
  • Five Below
    Five Below
  • Exelon
  • Money Mart
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  • Morgan Stanley
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    Mountain America
  • bpx energy
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Louisiana
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    Gynada
  • Amazon
    Amazon
  • Assistance League
    Assistance League
  • Bonzy
    Bonzy
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    Civitas
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    Ferrellgas
  • Fox Milwaukee
    Fox Milwaukee
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    Harvey Hanna
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    Hasbro
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    Holtec
  • IATSE
    IATSE
  • Islamic Relief
    Islamic Relief
  • Kaiser
    Kaiser
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    Lake Trust
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    Lennox
  • Liuna
    Liuna
  • Marathon Petroleum
    Marathon Petroleum
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    Ocean First
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    Salvation Army
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    The Tepper Foundation
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    NYC
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    Molina
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    wawa
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    Accenture
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