In-Kind Donations (acceptable new or used goods for distribution)
We collect items for more than just outreach. We also supplement the work of other local organizations through collaboration, volunteer work, and in-kind donations. That means that if we don’t give it away on the street or in campsites, it will be going to any number of organizations that we might work with. Go through your phone book! Search Google for non profits in your area! The opportunities to touch lives are absolutely limitless.
The short list is only one word long… EVERYTHING!! We’ve never turned down a donation, and we’ve always found someone to give it to. Here are some examples to get you started…
- Socks (white crew)
- New Underwear (all sizes, mens/womens)
- Bottles of Water
- Bars of Soap
- Washcloths
- Hand Sanitizer
- Lotion
- Wet Wipes
- Tissues
- Nail file
- Fingernail clippers
- Hair Comb | Hair Brush
- Razors (mens/womens, double blade)
- Shaving Cream
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Dental Floss
- Mouth Wash
- Deodorant (mens/womens)
- Chap-Stick
- Hair Ties
- Shoe Laces
- Tampons & Pads
- Shampoo | Conditioner
- Hand Warmers | Foot Warmers
- Sun Screen
- Bug Spray
- Postcards or Envelopes
- Stamps
- Cough Drops
- Q Tips
- First Aid Kit
- Band-aides
- Sewing Kit
- Laundry Detergent
- Bath Towels
- Foot Powder
- Motrin or Aspirin | Cold Medicine | all over-the-counter medicines!
- Gallon Jugs of Water | Bottled Water
- Book Bags | Purses
- Books
- Note Pad & Pens
- School supplies (Binders, Folders, Rulers, Calculaters)
- Art Supplies (Colored Pencils, Sharpie Markers, etc)
- Kids Toys (in good condition with all of the pieces)
- Board Games | Puzzles
- House wares (pots & pans, etc)
- Cleaning Supplies (mops, brooms, all purpose cleaners, dishwashing soap, sponges, etc.)
- Electronics (like televisions, microwaves, computers, mp3 players, video game systems, etc. )
- Cell Phones
- Radios | Discmans | Walkmans
- Flashlights
- Batteries
- Sleeping bags
- Tents
- Tarps
- Propane Cook Stoves
- Propane tanks
- Matches | Lighters
- All camping gear
- Can openers
- Garden Shovels
- Fire Starters
- Charcoal
- Candles
- Garbage Bags
- Duct Tape
- Zip Ties
- Super Glue
- Paper Towels
- Toilet Paper
- Flashlights
- Batteries
- All Clothing in Good Condition
- New Underwear
- Socks
- Shoes | Boots
- Men’s pants and T-shirts in high demand
- Ponchos
- Umbrellas
- Canvas Bags
- Storage Containers
- Eye glass cases
- Bicycles | Skateboards
- Fast Food Gift Cards | Grocery Gift Cards | Gas Cards | Any Gift Cards!
- Phone Cards
- Library Cards
- Blankets | Bed sets
- Pillows | Pillow Cases
- Coats | Jackets
- Hats | Scarves | Gloves
- Coveralls
- Tools | Tool Boxes
- Jump Start Cables
- Gas Can
- Dog Food | Cat Food
- Dog Treats
- Cat litter
- Dog Leashes, Bowls
- Coffee
- Ramen Noodles
- Crackers
- Packets of Tuna
- Granola Bars (or cereal or protein bars)
- Hot Chocolate/drink mixes
- Pop Tarts
- Cheese and Crackers
- Chips
- Fruit Cups
- Trail Mix
- Dried Fruit
- Cookies
- Peppermints/Candy Bars
- Fresh Fruit (like a banana, an apple or a tangerine)
- Canned Goods
- Pastas
- Boxed Meals
- Plastic forks, spoons, knives
- Silverware
- Paper Plates
- Napkins
- Drink Mixes
We don’t generally collect furniture (like couches and dining room tables) due to maximizing the space in the back of the truck, but if you feel called to give it, we can work it out!! Please contact your local organizations and determine if ANY of the above items would be useful to someone before throwing them out.
Most of your local organizations will have lists of “immediate needs” on their websites. If you would like more info on Project 50/50′s list of in-kind donations, contact us through the link on the main menu. Thank you for donating!
