Keeping Our Community Warm

Jubilee House seeks winter-weather donations

Sept. 27, 2025

After a gorgeous September, it can be hard to turn our minds toward the chill of winter. But it is coming, which means people in our community will be in need of vital winter supplies. Jubilee House of Traverse City kicks off its Cold Weather Drive on Oct. 1, and the drive runs through Nov. 21. Jubilee House, the city’s only day shelter for adults experiencing homelessness, is seeking the following: heavy duty, waterproof coats for men and women (size large and up); snowpants (men’s size large and women’s size medium and up); boots; thermal underwear; gloves, mittens, and handwarmers; and sleeping bags and tarps. For the latter, Jubilee House notes “there is no backup plan for folks who can’t get into shelter. Both shelters will be full this winter. Long-lasting handwarmers, a heavy-duty sleeping bag, and a new tarp will help keep them alive until morning.” Donations are accepted at 325 Washington St. Monday - Friday from 10am-5:30pm. Visit gracejubileeoutreach.org to learn more.