In-Kind Donations

Your generosity makes a meaningful impact by helping us provide safety, comfort, and dignity to the individuals and families we serve. Below is a list of our most urgently needed items, which directly support our emergency shelter, supportive housing, and community-based programs.

We gratefully accept donations for individuals of all ages and genders.

Please Note: All donated items must be new and unopened.


 

Donation Drop-Offs

Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Walk-ins welcomed, appointments preferred.
If able, we kindly ask that you please call 562-437-7233 ahead of time to schedule a donation drop-off time.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL DONATIONS MUST BE NEW AND UNOPENED


Wish List of Most-Needed Items

Gift Cards and Certificates

Gift cards are one of the most versatile and impactful ways to give. They help us meet specific needs such as hard-to-find clothing sizes or household essentials.
Experiential gift certificates—like movie tickets, indoor play areas, restaurants, or self-care services—bring joy and relief to those we serve.

Suggested retailers: Food 4 Less, El Super, Trader Joe’s, Aldi, Target, Walmart, CVS, Smart & Final, Lyft/Uber, Visa/Mastercard, Chuck E. Cheese, Movie theaters, etc.

Clothing (Urgent Need)

  • Adults (Men & Women):

    • Tops, sweaters, leggings, sweatpants, workout clothing (sizes L–3XL)
    • Underwear, bras, boxers, socks
    • Pajamas, slippers, tennis shoes
  • Youth/Teens & Children (Girls & Boys): (S-XL)
    • Sweaters, shirts, pants, hoodies, hats
    • Pajamas, socks, slippers, tennis shoes

Home Essentials

  • Luggage: full-size suitcases, carry-ons, duffel bags
  • Facial tissue
  • Laundry detergent (HE), disinfecting wipes, Lysol, dish soap, hand soap, bleach, Pine-Sol, Swiffer WetJet kits/refills
  • Trash bags (13- & 33-gallon), dish sponges

Bedding & Linens

  • Twin-size blankets and comforters
  • Towels full body size

Personal Care & Hygiene

  • Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, loofahs, razors, shaving cream, deodorant, sunscreen
  • Feminine hygiene products (pads & tampons, all absorbencies)
  • Men grooming kits, cologne

Youth & Teen Items

  • Board games, fidget toys, mini-Bluetooth speakers, wireless headsets/headphones
  • Legos

If you have any questions about donating or would like to schedule a drop-off, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for standing with survivors and helping us create a safer, more supportive community.