Every item on this list was chosen with our partner facilities’ guidelines in mind — that’s why some rules (like “no strings” or “no glass”) might look unusual. When in doubt, email us and we’ll happily check for you.
✓ What to Donate
- Art Supplies: Colored pencils, coloring books, crayons, washable markers, glue, craft kits (no strings), paint brushes, watercolor/acrylic paints, watercolor paper
- Hygiene Items: hair supplies, shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, hair brushes, shaving cream, lotion, soap (hypoallergenic & regular), feminine hygiene products
- Treats (individually packaged): cheese crackers, breakfast bars, fruit cups, fruit gummies, goldfish crackers, trail mix, cookies, etc.
- Puzzles, Board Games, Sudoku/Crosswords/Word Search
- Books (no hardcover/strings): Magazines, Fiction/Nonfiction, Bibles
- Bottled Drinks (no glass): bottled water, juice, non-caffeinated sodas, etc.
- Playing Cards (Uno, regular decks, etc.)
- Clothes, all sizes: jeans, tennis shoes, shorts, t-shirts, beanies
- Gift Cards: Target, Michaels, Walmart
- Fidget Toys
- Chapsticks
- Journals (without wire bindings)
Please don’t donate
- Perishable food items, home-prepared food, or glass containers
- Books/journals with hardcovers, wire bindings, or strings
- Items containing alcohol (mouthwash, hand sanitizer, aerosol sprays)
- Used clothing
- Clothing with strings
These restrictions come from our partner facilities’ safety guidelines. Thank you for understanding!