The blanket drive is the brainchild of Creswick Woollen Mills chairman Paul Ryzowy, and his grandson Boaz Herszfeld.

"When you go to sleep tonight, imagine the feeling of not having a blanket or doona over you; of not having a bed," Mr Herszfeld said.

"Tragically, this is the harsh reality for so many thousands of people around the country.

"We're facilitating this drive so we can help as many as possible."

In May alone, more than 2000 blankets were received by the Creswick Woollen Mill through both corporate and public donations.

The blankets will be distributed to 10 organisations of varying sizes around Australia, including Creswick's John Curtin Memorial Hostel.

"We need both the business world and individuals to get behind the campaign and contribute," Mr Herszfeld said

"It doesn't matter if it's one blanket or 100; we'll accept all types and brands of unused packaged blankets as well as dollar donations, which will then be used to purchase blankets at cost."

To contribute $15 towards a blanket, visit their website at www.creswickwool.com.au or call 03 9818 5055.

Unused packaged blankets can be directed to: Creswick Woollen Mills Head Office, 6 Roche St, Hawthorn, VIC 3122.