Warm Bodies, Warm Souls Drive Collects 560+ Bags of Winter Gear and $10,000+ in Donations for 15 Utah Charities

SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 5, 2025) — Utahns stepped up again this year with remarkable generosity, donating 561 bags of warm clothing and $10,040 in cash to the annual Warm Bodies, Warm Souls winter clothing drive, sponsored by Bank of Utah, Arctic Circle and Red Hanger. The donations are now being delivered to 15 charities serving individuals and families in every region of the state.

From coats and boots to gloves, blankets and new socks, the items collected at 73 drop-off locations will help thousands of Utahns face the cold months with greater warmth, stability and dignity.

A Tradition of Giving That Continues to Grow

Bank of Utah launched Warm Bodies, Warm Souls in 2011. Arctic Circle joined in 2014, expanding the effort through its 38 restaurant locations and Arctic Cares foundation. Red Hanger became a partner five years ago, providing 12 drop-off sites and transporting donation bins across Utah.

Utahns continue to show heartfelt giving each year, and local businesses also joined the effort. Great Dane Transportation and Gandy Dancer Mercantile gathered and delivered donations to drop-off sites throughout the drive.

One partner shared a moment that captures how quickly these donations make a difference. A woman who had given away a favorite coat later spotted someone wearing it on a cold day. What had been sentimental for her had become essential for that person, offering a safer, warmer walk.

“Warm Bodies, Warm Souls brings out the best in our communities,” said Arctic Circle Chief Marketing Officer Joe Evans. “Seeing families donate winter gear at our restaurants each year is inspiring.”

Ryan Fish, president and CEO of Red Hanger, echoed that sentiment. “We love being part of a drive that puts essential items straight into the hands of people who need them. Utahns always show up with generosity,” the company shared.

Meeting Essential Winter Needs Statewide

This year’s winter donations are being delivered to the following partner organizations:

• Bountiful Community Pantry
• Cache Community Food Pantry
• Cache Valley Humanitarian Center
• Catholic Community Services (Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank)
• Community Action Services and Food Bank/Food and Care Coalition
• Crossroads Urban Center
• Heber Valley Center Stage/Christian Center of Park City
• Switchpoint
• The Family Support Center
• The Lantern House
• The Pamela Atkinson Resource Center
• Tremonton Community Pantry
• United Way of Eastern Utah
• Utah Foster Care, Vernal
• Youth Futures, St. George

“A new coat means a child arrives at school warm and ready to learn,” said Tremonton Community Food Pantry Director Carey Hunsaker. “For many parents we serve, that single item eases worry and stretches the family budget.”

“Community support through Warm Bodies, Warm Souls arrives right when the need climbs,” said Rachel Felton, marketing specialist at The Road Home. “Coats in larger sizes, sturdy shoes and warm accessories move out to clients quickly, which keeps people safe while our team focuses on housing and stability.”

Donors Make it Possible

Donors received a free double cheeseburger coupon from Arctic Circle or a shirt-cleaning voucher from Red Hanger as a thank you. More importantly, their contributions moved quickly into the hands of those who needed them most.

From handmade hats to large family coat bundles, the impact of the statewide drive continues to ripple outward.

Warm Bodies, Warm Souls remains a testament to what Utah communities can accomplish together, one coat, one pair of gloves and one warm winter at a time.