The Livingston Parish Library is partnering with Family Resource Group to make sure area children have warm socks this winter.

Held every year during the holiday season, the Sock It to Me! Holiday Sock Drive takes place in the Greater Baton Rouge area, including East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, Pointe Coupee, Iberville and West Baton Rouge parishes, a news release said.

Socks are the most requested item at homeless shelters, according to Family Resource Group.

“The Sock It To Me! Sock Drive is an easy and impactful way for the community to come together and help those in need,” Family Resource Group said in a statement. “With the ongoing support of local businesses, schools, churches, libraries, universities and civic organizations, we collect thousands of pairs of socks to distribute to children and adults facing hardship.”

This year’s sock drive runs through Dec. 6. The 2024 goal is to collect 50,000 pairs of socks.

To ensure donations stay in the Livingston Parish community, all socks collected by the Livingston Parish Library will be donated to The Family Village, a Livingston Parish-based nonprofit organization.

Founded in 2018, The Family Village provides necessities to children who have been separated from their homes in a traumatic event. The items are provided free of charge to children of all ages, ranging from newborns to teenagers and young adults.

On average, The Family Village serves more than five children per day.

“At The Family Village, our mission is to provide essential support and resources to children in need within our community, ensuring they have the necessities to thrive,” The Family Village states on its website. “We serve children in foster care, those at risk of entering foster care, and those who have experienced traumatic events such as natural disasters, domestic violence or the loss of a parent.

“Through our comprehensive case management and our boutique-style clothing closet offering everything from beds and bedding to clothing, formula, and diapers, we strive to meet the individual needs of each child.”

More information on The Family Village can be found at www.tfvwalker.org.

Visit any branch of the Livingston Parish Library during normal business hours to donate new, unused pairs of socks in any size.