We accept all types of clean, gently used, or new clothes for adults, teens, and babies (infants to 3yrs old).
Damaged, soiled, or old clothes will NOT be accepted.

We are always in need of socks, jeans, coats, casual clothes, and the following:

• For Men - (Med. to XXXL sizes): Seasonal clothing and shoes, OR new underwear, undershirts, and socks.
• For Women - (Med. to XXXL sizes): Seasonal clothing and shoes, OR and new underwear, bras, and socks.
• Baby clothes (birth to 3 yrs old): undergarments, blankets, socks, onesies, pajamas, etc.
• General Winter items (especially Asylum Seekers) - Winter coats, jackets, hats, gloves, and scarves - and the above.

Yes. We accept new and travel-size (if applicable) personal hygiene as listed below: 

• New and/or travel-size: hand sanitizer, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, shaving cream, combs, brushes, razors, baby/body wipes (preferably disposable), mouthwash (with no alcohol), and feminine hygiene products (unopened, fully sealed outer packaging), etc.

Yes, we accept items to help clients get into temporary and permanent housing. We need household items and the following:

• Linens (new): twin-size sheets (not larger sizes), blankets, and standard-size pillowcases.
• Bath towels & face cloths (new or gently used),
• Baby Items: diaper bags, towels, washcloths, bottles, power baby formula,
• Household items: dish soap, sponges, scrub brushes, paper towels, trash bags, mops, brooms, dustpans, hand soap, Clorox wipes, bleach, cleaning spray, disinfectant, oven cleaner,
• Kitchenware/Housewares: plates, bowls, silverware, glassware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, lamps, etc.

Yes, some of the COVID-19-related items needed are hand sanitizer for clients (travel size), disposable/sanitary gloves of all sizes (new/unopened boxes), and face-covering or masks (preferably N95 masks).

No. Due to several health and security factors, you must contact us at [email protected] to schedule your visit to our facilities. You will be instructed to complete our FORM, see which location can accept your items, and then arrange for you to drop off your donation. 

After contacting us, we will arrange with one of our over 35 locations (across NYC and NYS) for you to drop off your CLEAN or NEW donations at a specific time that accommodates you. To help with this process, please complete our In-Kind Donation Form HERE OR below and email it back with your name, the type of items, and your preferred dates for drop-off to [email protected] 

Generally, we reserve pick-up for donations that are large in size or quantity. Please get in touch with us to determine if your donation is eligible at [email protected]

Yes, we accept items to help us during our fundraising efforts, like raffle and auction items for our Special Events, toys during our Toy Drive, and giveaway products for our gift bags. Don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if you wish to donate to these causes.

Generally, we do NOT accept food items, especially cooked food, fruits, vegetables, dairy items, and perishable goods.  
We do NOT accept frozen meals, prepared sandwiches, fresh bread, or salads.

Please get in touch with us if you wish to donate any canned goods or pantry products at [email protected]

If you need an in-kind donation acknowledgment letter for your tax purposes, your donation value must be more than $500, and you must do the following:

• determine the value of all items or services that will report to the IRS, and
• complete the In-Kind Donation Form and return it to [email protected] or submit it with your donation.