Conicelli Dealerships Donate 2,028 Winter Coats to Local Children in 2026
Conicelli is proud to continue its longstanding commitment to the Greater Philadelphia community by donating 2,028 brand-new winter coats to local children through the 2026 Driving Away the Cold New Coat Program.
At Conicelli, being a good neighbor means more than helping customers find the right vehicle. It means supporting the communities where our customers, employees, families, and friends live. In 2026, the Conicelli dealerships were proud to once again participate in the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation's Driving Away the Cold New Coat Program, helping provide warm winter coats to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.
This year's contribution totaled an incredible 2,028 brand-new winter coats donated by the Conicelli dealerships. Since the Driving Away the Cold program began in 2008, Conicelli dealerships have donated an incredible 27,652 coats to children in need.
2,028 Coats Donated in 2026
The Conicelli dealerships are proud to help local organizations provide warm winter coats to children and families in our community. Our 2026 Conicelli grand total was 2,028 brand-new coats, bringing our cumulative contribution since 2008 to 27,652 coats.
What Is Driving Away the Cold?
The Driving Away the Cold New Coat Program is an annual community initiative organized by the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. The program brings auto dealers throughout the Greater Philadelphia region together to provide brand-new winter coats to children who need them.
In 2026, approximately 180 local auto dealers are participating in the program. More than 25,000 brand-new winter coats will be distributed to children across Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
Since the program began in 2008, more than 725,000 brand-new winter coats have been gifted to children throughout the region.
Why Winter Coat Donations Matter in Our Community
A warm winter coat is something many families may take for granted, but for children and families facing financial challenges, a brand-new coat can be an important necessity during the colder months.
The Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation reports that approximately one in six Philadelphia-area children live in poverty. With the rising cost of everyday necessities, the need for essential winter clothing remains significant.
New winter coats are among the most requested items through local social services agencies. The Driving Away the Cold program helps address that need by connecting donated coats with organizations that work directly with children and families in the community.
How the Driving Away the Cold Program Helps Local Children
Brand-New Coats
Children receive brand-new winter coats designed to help keep them warm throughout the colder months.
Local Organizations
Coats are distributed through a network of more than 100 social services agencies, YMCAs, homeless shelters, school districts, and other community organizations.
Greater Philadelphia
The program supports children throughout Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
Where Conicelli's 2,028 Coats Went in 2026
The Conicelli dealerships were proud to support several local organizations as part of the 2026 Driving Away the Cold initiative. Together, these donations totaled 2,028 winter coats.
Conicelli Is Proud to Give Back to Our Community
Community involvement has long been an important part of the Conicelli dealerships' commitment to the Greater Philadelphia area. We are proud to support organizations that work directly with local children and families, and the Driving Away the Cold program gives our team an opportunity to make a meaningful difference during the winter season.
From Conshohocken and Norristown to communities throughout Montgomery County and the surrounding Philadelphia region, Conicelli is proud to support the organizations and people who make our community stronger.
Our 2026 coat donation is another example of the importance of businesses, community organizations, and individuals working together to help local families.
27,652 Coats Donated Since 2008
While the 2026 donation of 2,028 coats is something our dealerships are incredibly proud of, the bigger story is the impact built over many years.
Since the Driving Away the Cold program began in 2008, Conicelli dealerships have donated 27,652 brand-new winter coats.
Year after year, our dealerships have had the opportunity to support local organizations that serve children throughout our community. We are grateful to the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation, the participating organizations, our employees, and everyone who helps make this program possible.
We are proud of the opportunity to make this donation yet again to local organizations that serve the children of our community, and look forward to continuing to keep kids warm in 2027!
— Conicelli DealershipsHelping Keep Kids Warm Across Greater Philadelphia
The Driving Away the Cold program represents what can happen when local businesses and community organizations work toward a shared goal. In 2026, approximately 180 Greater Philadelphia auto dealers are joining together to help distribute more than 25,000 new winter coats to children who need them.
Through its network of more than 100 participating social services agencies, YMCAs, homeless shelters, school districts, and other organizations, the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation helps ensure that donated coats reach children throughout the region.
Help Keep Driving Away the Cold
Conicelli is proud to support the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation and its mission to help children throughout Greater Philadelphia stay warm during the winter.
To help the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation continue Driving Away the Cold, text “Coat” to 44321.
Frequently Asked Questions About Conicelli's Winter Coat Donations
How many winter coats did Conicelli donate in 2026?
The Conicelli dealerships donated a total of 2,028 brand-new winter coats in 2026 through the Driving Away the Cold New Coat Program.
How many coats have Conicelli dealerships donated since 2008?
Since the Driving Away the Cold program began in 2008, the Conicelli dealerships have donated a total of 27,652 brand-new winter coats.
What is the Driving Away the Cold New Coat Program?
Driving Away the Cold is an annual community initiative organized by the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation that brings Greater Philadelphia auto dealers together to provide brand-new winter coats to children in need.
Where are the donated winter coats distributed?
The coats are distributed through a network of more than 100 social services agencies, YMCAs, homeless shelters, school districts, and other community organizations serving children and families throughout the region.
Which areas does the Driving Away the Cold program serve?
The 2026 program distributes coats to children in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
How can I help the Driving Away the Cold program?
You can help the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation continue Driving Away the Cold by texting “Coat” to 44321.
Why does Conicelli support community organizations?
Conicelli is committed to supporting the communities where our dealerships, employees, customers, and families live. Participating in programs such as Driving Away the Cold provides an opportunity to support local organizations and children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.
