Current needs

Click here for a PDF copy of our current needs, our wish list and our recipe for bath and self-care kits (updated October 2008).

Below is a general list of our current needs. Donations are accepted by scheduled drop-off time only - please call us 612-825-3333. 

Due to a generous donation from the employees at Blue Cross Blue Shield, we are temporarily not accepting used clothing. If you would like to donate your gently used business-appropriate clothing, please contact our community partner Ready For Success:

Minneapolis 612-872-1509

St. Paul 651-731-6400

Clothing items that we are currently accepting:

Gently used/new

• Coats and boots for women and kids (all sizes)
• Hats
• Gloves
• Scarves
• Snowsuits for kids

New only 

• Sweatpants/shirts
• T-shirts
• Undergarments and socks for kids and adults (all sizes)

Toiletries

• Toothbrushes and paste
• Sanitary napkins & tampons
• Hair combs
• Bar soap and shower gels
• Shampoo and conditioner
• African American hair products
• Deodorant

Residential Program Household Items

• Bath towels and face towels
• Twin and full-size bed linens
• Waterproof mattress pads
• Standard cotton pillows and pillow cases
• Key or combination locks

Computer items

• Printers
• Computers
• Monitors
• Accessories

Contact the IT Department at 612-871-0118 about technology donations.

Cell phones:

We accept cell phone donations, which are given to clients as emergency use 911 phones. Please drop off or mail donated phones to our administrative offices.

Minneapolis:
3111 First Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408

Visit 911 Cell Phone Bank.com

to learn more about donating a phone.