Pam Cook Marks 26 Years of the Warm the Children Program, Providing Holiday Clothing for Local Youth
Warm the Children continues to benefit hundreds of local youth
The Journal | Tuesday, December 3, 2024
In an article by The Journal, Pam Cook celebrates her 26th year running the Warm the Children program in Martinsburg, which provides clothing for children in need during Christmas. This year, Kohl's in Ranson has been the host store for this initiative, allowing families to spend about $100 per child on necessary clothing items. Cook has been actively shopping since October, coordinating efforts to assist families who may not have access to the store. She collaborates with local agencies to identify families in need and shares that donations often exceed $50,000 annually, allowing the program to also support schools in the area. Cook expresses immense gratitude to donors and volunteers who make this program possible, highlighting its profound impact on the community.