Swift Printing is a Drop Off Location for Winter Coat Drive to Warm Hearts in the Community

Written By Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon

Swift Printing is proud to announce it’s a drop off location for Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation Winter Coat Drive, running from December 1 to March 1.

Requested Items (New or Gently used):

  • coats (Children and adult sizes welcome)

  • hats

  • mittens/gloves

  • socks (new only please)

  • Boots

  • Snow pants

photo inside Swift Printing front office

Purpose and Goals:

The primary goal of the coat drive is to spread warmth for elementary students in the GRPS community so that ALL students can enjoy the winter season comfortably. Swift Printing, in collaboration with the Foundation and several others, invites the community to join in this effort to ensure that every child has the warmth and comfort they need during the winter months.

Drop-Off Location: 404 Bridge St. NW

Swift Printing, serving as one of the drop-off locations for the Foundation's coat drive, encourages community members to bring new or gently used coats and winter accessories to 404 Bridge St. NW. There is convenient 15 minute parking right in front of the office.

All donated items will directly benefit elementary students within the GRPS district. The Foundation is committed to making a positive impact by providing essential winter wear to those in need.

Other Drop Off Locations:

Wed Co. - 744 Leonard St NW, Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 

Gazelle Sports – 3 locations in Grand Rapids, Grandville, 28th Street, and downtown GR 

Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. - 29 Pearl NW, Suite 1, Grand Rapids 49503 

West Michigan Chiropractic - 6475 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341

Photo inside West Michigan Chiropractic

How the Community Can Participate:

Participation in the Winter Coat Drive is open to everyone in the community. Individuals can contribute by dropping off new or gently used items at Swift Printing during regular business hours. To ensure the hygiene of used items, donors are kindly requested to wash them before dropping off.

For more information please contact Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon at  jes@swiftprinting.com or call 616-915-5370.

Want your office to be a drop off location too? Reach out to Suz Prell from GRPSF directly at suzanne.prell@grpsf.org

Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon

Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon is the president and a third-generation leader of Swift Printing, a commercial printing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She works alongside her brother, Walt, helping West Michigan businesses, nonprofits, municipalities, and organizations communicate through high-quality print, direct mail, signage, and custom marketing materials. Jessica is passionate about making printing approachable and helping customers choose the right solution for each project.

Learn more about Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon and her printing experience.

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