Atlanta Dream Winter Clothing Drive to Benefit Atlanta Children's Shelter

ATLANTA (December 9, 2015) – The Atlanta Dream has partnered with the H.E.R. Foundation and RMC Movers for a Winter Wear Drive that will benefit the Atlanta Children’s Shelter.

Items will also be collected from Nov. 30 – Dec. 14 at the Atlanta Dream offices which are located in downtown Atlanta at Centennial Place Towers (101 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30303).

Items that are encouraged for donation include new blankets, hats, scarves, gloves and coats. Baby and toddler clothing will be especially appreciated.

“We’re excited to be partnering with the Atlanta Dream for the Atlanta Children’s Shelter Drive and fulfilling our dream of reaching women one crown at a time,” Zakiyrah Ficklin Co-Founder of the H.E.R. Foundation said.

The Winter Clothing Drive will culminate with a special event on Wednesday, Dec. 16 hosted by the Atlanta Dream. Dream staff will hold a holiday party at the Atlanta Children’s Shelter and provide donated items to residents.

“Thankfully Atlanta Dream partners like RMC Movers make it possible for us to continue impacting the community and making a difference in the lives of women and children,” Octavia Samuels, Atlanta Dream Manager of Corporate Partnerships and Activation said.

About the Atlanta Children’s Shelter

Founded in 1986 by the Junior League of Atlanta and located in the North Avenue Presbyterian Church, the Atlanta Children’s Shelter provides free, quality day care, emotional support, and educational curriculum for homeless children, and focused social services for their families.

About the H.E.R. Foundation

H.E.R Foundation is a non-profit organization started by two Georgia State University Students that focuses on the development of women, young ladies with absent fathers, and the recognition of women community leaders. Through three specific missions the founders of the organization seek to empower, transform, and inspire women.

Where to Donate

Monday, Nov. 30 through Monday, Dec. 14

Atlanta Dream Office

Centennial Place Towers

101 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30303

The three-time Eastern Conference Champion Atlanta Dream is entering its ninth season in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA).

The Dream plays their home games at Philips Arena. Atlanta has qualified for the playoffs six times, winning conference titles in 2013, 2011 and 2010.