Mission Operation Warm provides warmth, confidence, and hope through basic needs programs that connect under-resourced children to community resources they need to thrive.
Description Operation Warm is a nonprofit organization with a bold mission: to provide warmth, confidence, and hope to children in need through basic essentials—like brand-new coats, shoes, and sports bras. Since 1998, we’ve reached over 7 million children across North America and beyond, helping families ease financial burdens while supporting children's ability to learn, play, and thrive.
We believe that something as simple as a new coat can unlock so much more than comfort—it can mean improved school attendance, time outdoors with friends, and a reminder that someone cares.
With more than 25 years of experience and a strong network of partners and volunteers, Operation Warm brings high-quality programs to life at scale. In 2023–24 alone, we distributed over 1 million items across thousands of communities in North America, Puerto Rico, Chile, and Argentina—powered by over 150,000 volunteer hours.
Our team is passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven. We’re building a future where all children have the essentials they need to feel valued, supported, and ready to shine.