In-Kind Donations

Fall/Winter 2021 Top Needs

Backpacks, tote bags, duffle bags
NEW men’s boxers and boxer briefs: all sizes
NEW women’s cotton underwear: all sizes
Hoodies (especially L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)
Fall and winter coats (especially L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)
Handwarmers
NEW or very gently used sneakers, boots, sturdy shoes (sizes 8
and up)
Jeans and casual pants (men’s 28”-34”)
Sweatpants: all adult sizes
Leggings: all adult sizes
Tents, tarps, and sleeping bags (earth tones preferred)

Food

Individually packaged snacks (granola bars, pastries, etc.)
Coffee and tea
Cereal
Juice
Cooking oil
Rice
Pasta and pasta sauce
Salad dressing
Peanut butter
Jam/jelly
Beans
Soup
Tuna
Canned tomatoes

Disclaimer: We have limited storage space for non-food donations and want to put your items to their best possible use. AT THIS TIME, WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING THE ITEMS LISTED BELOW. If you have any questions, please email receivingcenter@preblestreet.org.

Clothing (new or very gently used/consignment ready) -no stains, rips and ready to wear

NEW men’s boxers and boxer briefs: all sizes
NEW women’s cotton underwear: all sizes
Jeans and rugged pants: men’s sizes 28-38
Leggings: all adult sizes
Plain t-shirts: L, XL, and 2XL
Rain ponchos
Baseball caps
Sweatpants: all adult sizes
Hoodies: M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X
NEW or very gently used sneakers and boots (most needed sizes: 8+)
NEW sports bras
Belts
Thermal Gear (tops and bottoms, all sizes)
Long underwear
Pullover sweaters (no cardigans)
Jackets (all genders, sizes L+ especially XL and 2X)
NEW socks (winter or all season)

Shelter Essentials

Tents (earth tones preferred)
Sleeping bags
Sleeping bag liners
Hand/toe warmers
Backpacks
Tote bags
Tarps
Towels
Duffle bags
Laundry detergent

Personal Hygiene Products

Chapstick
Toothbrushes
Small bottles of shampoo and conditioner
Hairbrushes, wide tooth combs
Products for Afro-textured hair
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Hand/Body lotion
Period care products
Deodorant
Razors
First aid kits
Shaving cream
Soap
Toothpaste

Group Supplies

Home cleaning supplies (for Housing First tenants)
Gel pens
Art and craft supplies
Bus tickets
Board games
Books
Date books
ESL books
Vehicles – Through the v-Dac Vehicle Donation Program, any car, truck, boat, or RV can benefit Preble Street.

You can raise awareness of the needs of teens and adults experiencing homelessness and help get others involved by organizing a food, clothing, or toiletry drive (PDF) to help us stock our shelves. See the current printable wish list.