Notice: Item Donation Drop-Offs
We accept donations by appointment only. To schedule a drop-off, please contact us by Email or call (503) 235-8655
A simple effective way to give to those in need is to help with something on a favorite program’s wish list. You do not need to spend a lot to make a huge difference. You may even find some of these items when you are cleaning out your closets, or you may be looking for a way to recycle some of your stuff. If you have any of the items listed, they will support our programs and participants in a great way!
Do you have an item to donate that isn’t listed below? Contact us at (503) 235-8655
Online Donations
Are you sending donations from an online store other than Amazon? Be sure to ship by following these steps:
- Ship to 3910 SE Stark Street Portland, OR 97214
- Put “Attention To” the program you would like to donate to. EX: Attention: Home Free. If you would like us to select the program put Attention: Development.
- Be sure to include your name and contact information in the Gift Message so we know you made the donation.
Amazon Wish Lists
Make donating easy with our Amazon Wish Lists. In the program lists below, you will see that some have an Amazon Wish List link. This will take you to preselected items that the program needs. You can shop through these lists and items will be sent directly to us. Be sure to include your name and contact information in the Gift Message.
- Holiday decorations
- Digital camera and tripod
- Journals, stationery
- Photo albums
- Stamps
- Appointment/Address books
- Calendars
- Board games
- Towels, washcloths
- Laundry baskets
- Bedding: Pillows, pillowcases, single bed sheets, twin comforters, blankets
- Toiletries: Shampoo, body soap, shower gel, toothbrushes, deodorant, hair products, make-up
- Clothes: Gloves, socks, sweats (all sizes), underwear (new), bras (new)
- Yoga mats, straps, blocks, and bolsters
- For Kids: Crib size sheets/pillows/blankets, educational toys, books, high chairs, portable crib, stuffed animals, coats(girls and boys), socks (0 to 6 years old), gloves, hats
- Boppy pillow for infants
- 6 Safety first magnetic locks for cabinets
- Trays for activities (2 to 4)
- 2 or 3 Kids Music CD’s
- Wooden trains and train tracks
- Magnatiles
- IKEA Flisat table with two bins (sensory play)
- Gallons of Elmer glue
- Play dishes and cups
- Wooden play food
- Plastic tweezers for Perler beads
- A giant bucket of Perler beads (a huge hit with the older kids!)
- 2 bean bag chairs or floor pillows for the reading area
- Origami paper
- Origami book
- Dress up costumes for ages 2 to 10
- Tetris tabletop game
- Tangrams
- Doll brush
- UNO Attack
- Twister
- Premade slime bucket kit with mix-in activities
- Felt Storyboard characters
- Dolls and furniture for dollhouse
- Nuts and bolts STEM toy
- Pegboards and pegs
- Small rubber bands and beads for friendship bracelet-making
- Potato Head toys
- Stickers and temp tattoos
- Paint cups
- Gym memberships
- Gift Cards: Fred Meyer, Target, grocery stores, barbershops, and hair salons for haircuts.
- Backpacks (new or gently used)
- Sleeping bags (new)
- Tarps (new or gently used)
- Children’s coats (new or gently used)
- Back-to-school supplies
- Socks (new)
- Tents (new or gently used)
- Winter hats (new or gently used)
- Scarves (new or gently used)
- Hygiene Items: Shampoo, disposable razors, menstrual hygiene products, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and body wash (New, in packaging)
- Cleaning supplies
- Shoes
- Underwear (New, in packaging)
- Undershirts (New, in packaging)
*We do not accept mouthwash with alcohol.
Family Relief Nursery Amazon Wish List
- Diapers (unscented, sizes 1 to 5, and pull-ups, and in sealed packaging)
- Infant formula (Similac or Similac Advanced; dated out as far as possible and in sealed packaging)
- Baby wipes (unscented and in sealed packaging)
- Jackets, hats, and gloves (infant through preschool size, new or gently used)
- Children’s shoes (toddler to preschool-age, new or gently used)
- Childproofing and safety supplies
- Gift cards for Fred Meyer, Target, Walmart, and Visa cards.
- Gas cards
- Backpacks (new or gently used)
- PGE and NW Natural Gift Cards
- Personal hygiene products (shampoo, soap, laundry detergent, toilet paper, deodorant. New and in sealed packaging.)
- Birthday Bag Project Supplies (cake mix, party supplies, small new toys, gift bag, etc.)
- Plastic storage bins
- Wardrobe racks for clothing closet (3 to 4 needed)
- Crayons, paper, markers
- Non-perishable food (Canned foods, boxed snacks, etc. New and in sealed packaging.)
- Laundry soap (New and in sealed packaging.)
- Lakeshore Learning Hardwood Blocks Master Set
- Lakeshore Learning Hardwood Blocks Storage Cabinet
*We are unable to accept used car seats, booster seats, and high chairs. All must be new and in original packaging.
- For Kids: Markers, colored pencils, Coloring books (children & adult), picture books, stuffed animals or other small toys, Multi-ethnic dolls, Journals, Backpacks/duffel bags
- Diapers (all sizes) and Diaper wipes
- Gift Certificates and Gift Cards: Fred Meyer gift cards, Gas Cards, fast food gift cards, WinCo gift cards, or gift cards to other grocery/clothing stores
- Transportation: Gift cards for Gas, Bus Tickets
- Tickets: OMSI, city swimming pools, movies, live children’s events, skating/bowling, etc.
- Can Openers (for survivors placed in motels)
- Safety Items: Security Cameras, window alarms, used phones (for 911 phones, Blackberry phones not accepted), prepaid minute phones, prepaid phone cards
- Hygiene items: Toothpaste, toothbrushes (children and adults of all genders), mouth rinses, toilet paper, shampoo and conditioner, body soap, shower gel, lotion, make-up, brushes, combs, Black and natural hair care products, menstrual hygiene products (pads, liners, and tampons)
- Laundry & Cleaning Supplies: Laundry soap, dryer sheets, laundry baskets, dish soap, sponges, all-purpose cleaners, cleaning wipes
- Emergency Kit: First aid kit, flashlight, candles, matches, batteries
- Weighted blankets (new or gently used)
- Laptop computers
- Screen doors (3)
- Patio furniture (small table and chairs)
- Window air conditioning units
- Lounge chair/recliner chair (2)
- Steel toe work boots
- Carhartt-style working clothes
- Socks and underwear (new)
- Shower shoes (ex: Old Navy flip flops)
- Event/activity tickets or passes
- Camping gear
- Sleeping bags
- Blankets
- Prescription glasses
- Office supplies (Pens, notebooks, and stationary)
- Lamps
- Clothes hangars
- Headphones (New)
Outpatient Substance Abuse, Problem Gambling, and Mental Health Treatment Program
- Computers and laptops
- Lobby remodel: Flooring, small tables, large plants
- Furniture for interview rooms: Small tables, lamps, bookshelves
- Meaningful paintings
- Large white dry-erase boards
- DVD Players
- New TVs
- Movie passes, zoo passes, children’s concert and theater passes, exhibits, sporting events, and other activity/event passes
- New or gently used clothing
- Non-perishable snacks: Granola/snack bars, crackers, chips, fruit snacks, dried fruit, etc.
- Gift cards (Michael’s, Fred Meyer, coffee shops, etc. – to be used either to purchase items for the program or do given as incentives to program participants)
- Craft supplies: Popsicle sticks, paper, markers, crayons, paint, etc.
- Legos and/or building blocks
- STEM activities
- Costume jewelry
*Please no donations related to gambling or video games.
The vehicle donation program accepts cars, trucks, boats, RVs, trailers, motorcycles, and more. The donations we are in search of are reliable, re-sellable, or collectible. This is a great alternative way to help fund VOA. Also, it’s a great tax write-off incentive for the donor.
- Warm blankets
- Warm clothing (gloves, hats, scarves)
- Non-perishable food items
- Toiletries and hygiene products
- Puzzles, puzzle books
- Gift Cards
Women’s Residential Center Amazon Wish List
- Holiday decorations
- Digital camera and tripod
- Journals, stationery
- Photo albums
- Stamps
- Appointment/Address books
- Calendars
- Board games
- Towels, washcloths (New)
- Laundry baskets
- Bedding: Pillows, pillowcases, single bed sheets, twin comforters, blankets (New)
- Hygiene Items: Shampoo, body soap, shower gel, toothbrushes, deodorant, hair products, make-up (New and in sealed packaging. No aerosol items.)
- Clothes: Gloves, socks, sweats (all sizes), underwear (new), bras (new)
- Yoga mats, straps, blocks, and bolsters (New or gently used)
- For Kids: Crib size sheets/pillows/blankets (New), educational toys, books, highchairs, portable crib, stuffed animals, coats (girls and boys), socks (0 to 6 years old), gloves, hats (New or gently used)