ASHTABULA – The ACCOA Center for Active Living, in partnership with the Ashtabula Association of School Employees (AASE), is asking the community to help make Halloween a little more special for local children by donating new or gently used Halloween costumes.
The organizations are collecting new or gently used, clean Halloween costumes for grade school children. Donated costumes will be given to local students so they can take part in Halloween festivities and experience the fun of dressing up, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.
Costumes will be distributed to students in grades K–4 at the Elementary Campus in time for their Trunk or Treat on Oct. 11, 2026.
COSTUMES NEEDED
The greatest need is for children’s sizes Small and Medium, with a limited need for X-Small. Costumes should be clean, complete and in good condition.
DONATION DROP-OFF
ACCOA Center for Active Living
4148 Main Avenue
Ashtabula, OH 44004
Donation Deadline: Friday, Sept. 25, 2026
“Halloween should be a fun and exciting time for every child,” said Lisa Bruckman, executive director of the Ashtabula County Council on Aging. “For some families, purchasing a costume just isn’t in the budget. By donating a costume your child has outgrown or no longer uses, you can give another child the chance to dress up, join in the fun and make some great Halloween memories.”
Community members are encouraged to check closets, storage bins and outgrown children’s clothing for costumes that are still in great condition and ready to be enjoyed by another child.
About ACCOA
The Ashtabula County Council on Aging, Inc. (ACCOA) provides supportive services, programs and activities that enhance the independence, dignity and quality of life of older adults throughout Ashtabula County.
About the Ashtabula Association of School Employees
The Ashtabula Association of School Employees (AASE) is committed to supporting students and families in the Ashtabula community by providing resources and opportunities that promote student success and well-being.
For more information about the Halloween costume drive, contact the ACCOA Center for Active Living at 440-998-6750.
