Mountain America Gifts 500 Coats to Utah Kids

In Utah, more than 10% of children live in poverty. Without access to basic necessities, including a coat, a child’s learning and social opportunities can be hindered. The gift of a new coat has a multiplier effect, allowing children to get to school on cold days, and in turn, succeed at school.
 
Mountain America Credit Union, in partnership with Operation Warm, recently gifted 500 brand-new winter coats to students at Utah Title 1 schools. On January 10, 2020, more than 40 Mountain America employees distributed coats to 400 students at Newman Elementary in Rose Park, Utah. An additional 100 coats will be distributed to Utah kids in need at other Title 1 schools.