Active 20/30 International - Gold Rush #1034 has teamed up again this year with "KOATS 4 KIDS" of El Dorado County. "KOATS 4 KIDS" distributes coats & sweatshirts free of charge to and & all El Dorado County residents annually 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Masonic Lodge, 2820 Cold Springs Road, Placerville Coats are distributed free of charge to all El Dorado Co. residents. Proof of residency in El Dorado Co. is required. Coats are distributed throughout the entire day.
For more information contact: Robyn Kelly (530) 621-0950
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