Salvation Army Collaborates with KWQC and Rotary Club on Annual Coat and Blanket Drive, Collecting 642 Blankets and 500 Coats

DAVENPORT, Iowa — KWQC partnered with the Bettendorf Rotary Club and the Salvation Army for its annual blanket and coat drive. The initiative aimed to gather winter essentials for those in need, reflecting the Salvation Army’s commitment to providing practical aid during cold months.

The collection took place at the KWQC news station in Davenport, where volunteers coordinated the distribution of blankets, quilts, coats, and other winter gear such as hats, gloves, and scarves. Community members contributed items, with some donating handmade quilts that carried personal significance.

Bettendorf Rotarian Joe Campion highlighted the emotional value of handmade donations, noting that each quilt represents the dedication of its maker. He shared that the effort behind such gifts adds warmth not only to recipients but also to the community’s shared purpose.

Totals from the drive included 642 blankets and 500 coats, along with hundreds of additional items like hats, gloves, and scarves. These donations underscore the Salvation Army’s ongoing mission to support vulnerable populations through tangible acts of care and compassion.

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