1.New complete set of cloths for men, women, kids and infants.

     Many people donate gently used and new clothes to homeless shelters and secondhand stores. However, only a small portion of those donations are unused socks and underwear. Most shelters around the world need these items desperately.

2. Gently used or new winter coats, gloves, hats, and scarves

    The change of seasons brings attention to donation items that are especially helpful during colder months.

3. Dental hygiene products and generic medications 

    Good mouth hygiene is essential to avoid diseases of the mouth and rotting teeth. Homeless shelters often provide dental items to those who seek them. Shelters only accept dental hygienic products that are unused or unopened. Items with a high demand include toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash. For mouthwash and toothpaste, shelters typically prefer them in travel sizes for easy transportation and distribution. And also these shelters are highly in demand of  some basic medications such as Tylenol, ibuprofen etc 

4. Bedding items

    Many folks in need go to homeless shelters for a warm place to sleep. The high demand for beds leads shelters to ask for more bedding material donations. Contact your local shelter to see if they accept gently used bedding or only new materials. Some shelters run mattress drives, so if you are looking to remove a mattress from your home, keep an eye out for any accepting organizations.

5. Toiletries

    Toiletries are much appreciated by homeless shelters. The supply of these items depletes quickly at shelters, so they are nearly always welcome. Access to toiletries used for bathing can have a great influence on people’s mental health. Regular bathing can improve mood and self-esteem. This confidence can make a world of difference to people and families who are financially struggling. If you’d like to collect toiletries for donations, make sure to add a few of the following:

• Shampoo and conditioner
• Shower caps
• Face and body wash
• Soap
• Shower gel
• Shaving cream and razors