Winter Coat Initiative

We have teamed up with operation warm and area retail stores to bring warmth to the lives of many area children, this winter season.

We have already gifted 96 Coats and 80 pairs of Winter Hats and Mittens to Local Elementary Schools.

Maine winters can be harsh and cold. Our goal is to ensure that every child that needs a winter coat, hat, ski pants, gloves or mittens, receives them and feels the love and warmth from their community.

Please consider a Holiday donation to the:

Greater Augusta Back To School Program


$25.00 Buys A Winter Coat

$40.00 Buys A Winter Coat & Ski Pants

$50.00 Buys A Winter Coat & Boots

Thank you for becoming a community partner and for helping to make a difference.

Checks may be Mailed to: Lina Michaud, 27 Bunny Street, Augusta, ME 04330

FMI Call: Mike “Shu” Michaud - #441-2838 or Lina Michaud - #485-4710

We are also accepting donations through PayPal below



We're off and running for 2023! Help us reach our goal to help 1000 kids head back to school with the essentials by donating to our project. We accept funds through PayPal as well as supplies. Below is a link to donate and a list of critical supplies.


So very THANKFUL for the additional support from area businesses, civic organizations, and individuals. The Greater Augusta Area Back to School Program has reached out to 100 more students in surrounding communities, through your generous support and community partnerships. From Winter Coats to Ski Pants, Hats, Gloves, Mittens and Boots. Together, we are making a difference and supplying area children with the warmth and security, they all deserve, as Winter approaches, in the great State of Maine.