Doing What We Can Homeless Outreach

DONATIONS ACCEPTED WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
FROM 9 AM TO 4 PM

Below is a list of items that we DO accept:
1. Hygiene and Toiletry Items (travel and sample sizes are ideal, but not required)
2. Weather-Resistant Shelter (items 2-, 3-, and 4-person dome tents, sleeping bags, tarps)
3. Campsite Gear (camp stoves, lanterns, rope, flashlights, bungee cords, mess kits, folding chairs, garbage bags, etc.)
4. Over-the-counter first aid and pharmacy items
5. Perfumes/colognes/body sprays; unopened cosmetics and skin care items; fingernail polish
6. Disposable wipes (adult body size, disinfecting, general cleaning, hand/face, butt/bathroom, feminine)
7. Toilet paper and paper towels (generic brands preferred); napkins, paper/Styrofoam plates and cups; wrapped disposable cutlery
8. Any size towel or washcloth that is clean and in good condition, including kitchen towels and dishcloths
9. Used clothing for adults in good condition and freshly laundered
10. Pet Items (dog and cat food & treats, cages & carriers, collars/leashes/harnesses, shampoo & flea/tick repellant, coats/sweaters, beds, food/water bowls)
11. Bedding (sheets, blankets/comforters/quilts), new/lightly used bed pillows
12. Bibles, Christian literature/books/magazines; word search puzzle books; adult coloring books, new crayons/colored pencils
13. Backpacks (traditional or string-style), tote bags, wallets/change purses, duffel or other zippered bags, wheeled luggage
14. Gift cards (full or partial value remaining)
15. Feminine products, adult disposable briefs, contraceptive items
16. Manicure and sewing kits (new if possible)
17. Unused Forever postage stamps; basic office supplies
18. Laundry supplies; cleaning supplies
19. Some medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches only)
20. Arts & Crafts kits (paint by number, model car or plane, embroidery stitch, jewelry, beads, etc.)


Below is a list of items that we are NOT able to accept:
1. Ripped, torn, tattered, or dirty clothing, blankets, bedding, etc.
2. Used/opened cosmetics, toiletry or hygiene items.
3. Food that has been opened. It must be sealed as it originally came from the store.
4. Any kind of opened medicine.
5. Magazines and books unless they are Christian
6. Anything that is damaged, wet, mildewed, rusty, flammable, hazardous, or dangerous.
7. Home décor items or any type of yard sale type items.
8. Used underwear or used socks. We do accept lightly used bras, if freshly laundered.
9. Any kind of children’s items, including toys and clothing.
10. Appliances, mattresses, indoor furniture, most electronics
11. Formal wear (bridal, prom, cocktail, costume party attire) or executive clothing (suits for men or women, dress shoes)
12. Tobacco, alcohol, vape products or paraphanalia

NOT SURE?? Give us a call at 423-250-3900 to discuss!
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