Items and Goods Donations

While we appreciate the generosity of our community members, we do not have the storage space or a local thrift store to accept all donations offered to us. Please see the list below for items we are able to accept and common items we will refuse.

always accepted*

NEW/UNOPENED

  • Socks
  • Under garments

 

Toiletries:

  • Shampoo & Conditioner
  • Soap
  • Disposable razors
  • Tooth brushes
  • Tooth paste

 

NEW or LIGHTLY USED Outerwear:

  • Rain jackets
  • Gloves, hats, scarves
  • Warm shoes, runners, boots, etc.
    (not dress shoes)

 

NEW or OPENBOXED Baby supplies:

  • Diapers of all sizes
  • Baby wipes
  • Baby and childrens clothing and shoes (NEW)

 

NEW/NOT EXPIRED Food Items:

  • Baby food
  • Infant formula
  • Non-perishable food items

seasonally accepted*

NEW/UNOPENED Toys:

  • Adopt a Family program
    October – December

 

NEW or LIGHTLY USED Winter coats:

  • Extreme Weather Watch
    October – March

 

NEW/UNOPENED School Supplies:

  • Back to School program
    May – August

conditionally accepted*

If we have immediate use for the items only. Please call first before donating any of these items.

NEW or LIGHTLY USED Adult clothing:

  • Dress pants, dress shirts, etc.
    Professional style, for job hunting
  • Other adult clothing

NOT Accepted

Furniture & Appliances:

  • Large appliances: stoves, refrigerators, etc.
  • Small appliances: toasters, blenders, etc.
  • Bed frames or mattresses
  • Tools
  • Couches, chairs, tables, etc.

 

Consumable items:

  • Alcohol, cigarettes, or other
  • Expired Foods

 

USED children and baby items:

  • Cribs or crib mattresses
  • Car seats, high chairs, swings, etc.
  • Large toys (ride on or walk assisting toys)
  • etc.

 

USED personal items:

  • Tooth brushes
  • Shampoo & Conditioner
  • Deodorant
  • Bedding, pillows, and other “soft goods”
  • Under garments or socks

*To provide our clients with the best care and dignity, all accepted items must be in new or lightly-used condition (specified above). Any items donated in poor condition will be refused. If you are unsure about your donation please don’t hesitate to call us! 604-463-8296 x112