MINNEAPOLIS — The NBA today named Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love as the recipient of the Kia Community Assist Award for December, a press release said.

The award recognizes Love’s his outstanding efforts in the community, in particular his ongoing work with the Kevin Love Coat Drive.

Kia and the NBA are honoring Love in part for his charitable efforts, which included hosting his fifth annual Kevin Love Coat Drive. Love collected more than 2,500 coats between Nov. 14 and Dec. 12, which he personally delivered to the Salvation Army. To increase awareness and participation, Love has dedicated a significant amount of time promoting the drive each year through appearances and by offering additional incentives to coat donors including autographs, photos, and two tickets to a Timberwolves game.