Manchester Firefighters Local 856 participated in their annual Operation Warm coat program and distributed new coats to Manchester schools students December 9, 2022.br/br/The program is aimed at putting brand new winter coats on the children in Manchester that need them the most. Over several months the firefighters worked to raise money that was donated by individuals, and businesses. The funds allow the purchase of brand new warm coats that come in various sizes and colors.br/br/Working with schools as well as the health department they identify the needs for each school. They raised funds to purchase nearly 1,000 coats that were distributed to 15 different public schools in the city.br/br/The firefighters thanedk all of the sponsors who helped fundraise for this great event this year and raised $20,000 for this years program. br/br/To date, Local 856 members have distributed over 7,500 coats to Manchester kids since 2014. br/br/©Jeffrey Hastings www.frameofmindphoto.com/news