Sometimes a simple, heartfelt gift of goods or services is the easiest way to have a direct impact and make a difference in somebody’s life.
Each of our facilities has unique needs – we’ve outlined some of them below.
Francis Center – Emergency and transitional shelter for men
Freedom House – Residential substance abuse treatment facility for men
| Clothing: Underwear, socks, gloves, scarves, hats, long johns, sweaters (L, XL), coats (L, XL), sweatshirts up to 4x, slacks, shirts, casual and office attire | Hospitality Packs: Toothpaste, toothbrushes, hair combs, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, cologne | |
| Furniture: Twin bed frames, mattresses (twin and cot size), dressers and nightstands, easy chairs, recliners, lamps | Bedding: Pillows, blankets, bedspreads, comforters, twin and double bed sheets (flat and fitted) | |
| Miscellaneous: Alarm clocks, clock radios, desk lamps and small area rugs | Bathroom: Bath towels and washcloths, shower curtains | |
| Kitchen: Coffee maker, can openers, pots and pans, mugs and drinking glasses, paring knives, silverware, cooking utensils, dishes, dish towels, dish pans, dish cloths, drain board, Tupperware with covers | ||
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Hannick Hall – Residential substance abuse treatment facilities for women and women with children | ||
| Clothing: Children’s sleepers, nightgowns (M,L and XL), women’s and children’s socks, undergarments, slippers, sweatshirts (L and XL), snowsuits, winter coats, boots, hats, gloves, scarves | Kitchen: Coffee maker, can openers, pots and pans, mugs and drinking glasses, paring knives, silverware, cooking utensils, dishes, dish towels, dish pans, dish cloths, drain board | |
| Bedding: Pillows, blankets, bedspreads, comforters, twin and double bed sheets (flat and fitted) | Paper Products: Napkins, plates, plastic silverware, hot and cold cups, bowls, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. | |
| Toys: Educational toys for infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children; children’s books, ethnic dolls, VHS movies and children’s videos, playing cards, board games | Miscellaneous: Clocks, radios, valances and curtains, small area rugs, ironing boards, irons, craft supplies, parenting books, simple cookbooks, prenatal books, safety gates, infant carriers, car seats | |
| Hospitality Packs: Bath soap, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, lotion, hair grease, combs and brushes | Furniture: Twin bed frames, mattresses (twin and cot size), dressers and nightstands, easy chairs, recliners, lamps, cribs or bassinets, high chairs | |
| Cleaning Supplies: Dust mops, brooms and dustpans, sponges, scrub brushes, toilet cleaner, cleaning solutions, laundry supplies, disinfectants (no sprays), vacuum cleaners | Bathroom: Bath towels and washcloths, shower curtains | |
| Community Resource Services – Provides emergency food, clothing, counseling and referrals | ||
| Food: Any non-perishable food | Clothing: Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing in good condition | |
| Donations: Christmas and Thanksgiving donations for families in need | ||
Saint’s Place – Joint ministry of St. Louis Church and Catholic Family Center that collects household furnishings, stores them and sets up homes for refugee families | ||
| Bathroom: Shower liners/curtains/rings, bath and hand towels, washcloths, bath rugs, toiletries, wastebaskets, scales | Kitchen: Table and chairs, tablecloths, dishes, silverware, pots and pans, mixing bowls, casseroles and baking pans, pitchers, kitchen towels, wastebaskets, tools | |
| Appliances: Toasters, can openers, coffee makers, phones, mixers, radios, clocks, vacuum cleaners, microwaves | Personal Items: Gift certificates to grocery stores, discount stores or drug stores; toys, watches, new underwear, new shoes | |
| Bedroom: Beds, sheets, blankets, bedspreads, pillows, dressers, desks, night stands, lamps, clocks | Living room: Sofas, tables, lamps, TVs, chairs | |
