Recycle the Warmth

media release: In partnership with News 3 Now, Mid-West Family Madison and American Printing Company, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul — Madison will hold its 34th annual Recycle the Warmth Blanket Drive January 31st – February 1st, 2026. The drive encourages community members to donate new and gently used bedding, blankets and sheets, which will be distributed to low-income families throughout the year.

The Madison-area community can help families in need by donating blankets or making a monetary gift to the Recycle the Warmth Blanket Drive. There are two ways to help:

1. Drop off blankets at any Dane County St. Vinny’s Thrift Store or participating church between January 31st – February 1st. A list of drop-off sites can be found at https://svdpmadison.org/rtw/

2. Make a monetary donation to purchase new blankets at https://svdpmadison.org/rtw/

In 2025, St. Vincent de Paul – Madison distributed blankets and bedding valued at around $98,000 to 900 families in need.