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Detroit nonprofit Mittens for Detroit loses thousands of gloves in flood, seeks donations to recover
By Jeffrey Lindblom at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
In the middle of summer, a Detroit nonprofit is already worried about winter and whether it will have enough gloves to help the thousands of people who depend on it. Watch Jeffrey Lindblom's video report: Mittens for Detroit loses thousands of gloves in flood, asks for helpA burst pipe flooded t...
Key takeaway Wendy Shephard, the nonprofit's executive director, has been the lone employee for 14 years, relying heavily on volunteer support.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The loss of thousands of gloves at Mittens for Detroit is a significant blow to the community, particularly for the thousands of Metro Detroiters who rely on the nonprofit for warm clothing during the harsh winter months. As the organization scrambles to recover from the flood, it's clear that the impact will be felt far beyond the basement office of the First National Building. For schools like those in Hamtramck, where teacher Chris Wilinski has seen firsthand the difference Mittens for Detroit can make, the loss of gloves means that students may go without this essential item. The outpouring of support from volunteers is a testament to the community's commitment to Mittens for Detroit's mission, but the road to recovery will be long and difficult. With winter just a few months away, the clock is ticking for the nonprofit to replenish its stock and ensure that those in need have access to warm gloves and mittens.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? In the middle of summer, a Detroit nonprofit is already worried about winter and whether it will have enough gloves to help the thousands of people who depend on it. Watch Jeffrey Lindblom's video report: Mittens for Detroit loses thousands of gloves in flood, asks for helpA burst pipe flooded t...
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