Albany, NY (WRGB) – November 1st is the deadline to donate to Albany’s annual Cash for Coats Drive that provides new winter apparel to kids in need. Over the past 16 years,The City of Albany’s Cash for Coats Driveand its partners have proudly facilitated the purchase and distribution of over 15,000 NEW, quality winter coats and tens of thousands of new winter accessories to Albany’s children in need.