“It’s important because a lot of families can’t afford jackets or winter wear,” Melinda Sanchez said. She is leading the effort to make sure families in Englewood are warm this Thanksgiving holiday. TEC students have spent the last three weeks bringing in gently used coats, “It was cool to see students involved. It is one of the biggest parts of the season. I saw teachers bring in coats but when I saw a student bring in a full bag, I knew it was special.” Sanchez said. The open house is today, November 17th. Anyone can come to the TEC campus and take a coat, snowsuit, PJ’s or gloves. Items that aren’t taken will be donated to House of Hope.