We are in need of new and gently used men's and women's clothing and shoes as well as travel-size hygiene products (new only). Please visit our website here for the complete list of items we are currently accepting. Please email: [email protected] for drop-off information.
Host a clothing drive for new and gently used adult-sized masculine and feminine clothing and shoes.
Provide youth with essential clothing and shoes, while perhaps doing a little Spring Cleaning at home
You may purchase new clothing including socks and underwear from our Amazon wish list.
If you would like to contribute gently used clothing, please adhere to these guidelines:
You and those you live with must be symptom free for the past 7 days.
Clothing must be laundered while wearing gloves and a mask and packaged in plastic bags (not cardboard or other boxes).
Please label bags with the date the clothing was laundered and packaged and a description of the clothing (ex. jeans and t-shirts).
If donating gently used shoes, please spray with Lysol or use disinfectant wipes.
We are still not accepting used socks and underwear.
Donate items most in need as families plan to heed the advice of public health professionals and remain at home. This includes non-perishable nutritious foods and activities for children and families to engage in together at home (e.g.: school supplies, art supplies, books, etc.).
COVID-19 WISH LIST
We thank all of our supporters who have reached out to donate, volunteer, and lend a helping hand since the onset of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. You have inspired us to be more innovative as we maneuver with confidence through this time of uncertainty with ways to continue providing our emergency services (hot meals, showers, a safe place to sleep, etc.), 12-step recovery, family living, job training, education, and workforce development programs to our community. Our community needs our help now more than ever.
You can help by donating the following items.
We are serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner “take-out” meals to our community every day. The number of people we are serving is continuing to increase as other feeding programs have reduced or discontinued services.
With our increased diligence in keeping surfaces disinfected and clean, we are going through supplies much more rapidly than before, and resupplying has become problematic because of the current hoarding.
Antibacterial disinfecting wipes
Disposable gloves
EPA approved Antibacterial disinfecting cleaners
Hand sanitizer
Infrared no-touch thermometers
Surgical masks
2020 GENERAL WISH LIST
Men & Women’s Socks & Underwear/Bras (NEW)
Adult Diapers for Men & Women (all sizes)
Art Supplies (sketch paper & coloring books)
Bath Towels & Wash Cloths
Bottled Water
Copy Paper (letter and legal, white)
Deodorant for Men & Women
Disposable Razors for Men & Women
Face Wipes
Feminine Soap & Spray
First Aid Kits
Hygiene Kits (toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant & soap)
Kitchen Towels
Laundry Detergent
Non-perishable Canned Goods
Office/School Supplies (letter & legal pads, pens & staples)
Shaving Cream
Soap
Tampons/Maxi Pads/Panty Liners (all sizes)
Toilet paper
Trash Bags (40 gals)
Twin Size Bed Sheets (used or new, flat or fitted)
If you would like to make a donation to New Earth to support their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit their Go Fund Me page - We Need You Now More Than Ever. They are also accepting donations of non-perishable food, anti-bacterial cleaning supplies, paper products, snacks, and drinks.
Do you have any unused or unwanted, but usable musical instruments? Donate them to AMB for a tax-deductible write-off. Refurbished instruments are often awarded to students based on need. We also accept donations for silent auction items such as gift certificates, tickets and merchandise for our annual fundraiser.
To donate instruments, please contact Khim Teoh at [email protected]
Until further notice, we are only accepting food and hygiene item donations. The greatest needs are as follows:
Peanut butter
Instant cups of soups and noodles
Individually packaged fruits
Tomato Sauce
Spaghetti Sauce
Disinfectant
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Shampoo, conditioner, and bar soaps
Size 5 and 6 diapers
Boxed macaroni and cheese
Bagged pasta noodles
Thank you for delivering to our loading dock at the back of the building at 670 W. 9th, San Pedro, between the hours of 9 to 5, M-F. Ring the buzzer when you arrive, and an employee will answer.
Thank you for disregarding what is below for now. We will let you know when this changes.
Please drop off these donations Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Samaritan House*:1335 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813-OR-At our Thrift Store:702 W. Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90813
*As of March 1st 2020, Samaritan House will only be accepting donations of food and hygiene items. All other donated items currently listed on this page must be dropped off at our Thrift Store during the time listed above.
Most Prominent Needs:
Fitted Sheets (Twin Size)
Socks for Men, Women & Children
Toiletries (Small Individual Sizes)
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Shampoo
Shaving Cream
Shaving Razors
Lydia House Needs:
Hair Conditioner (Not Shampoo)
Large Toothpaste
Women’s Razors
Jackets, Warm Clothing
Women’s Professional Clothing (Suits, ties, slacks, dress shirts, etc.)
Children’s Underwear (All Ages, Boy/Girl)
Baby Supplies (Diapers, Wipes)
Security Screen Door
Outdoor Patio Furniture
Small Fans
Assorted Gift Cards (Wal-Mart, Target, etc.)
Administrative Department Needs:
Laptops or Computer Tablets in new or like new condition
Desktop Computers with Windows 8 OS or Newer
Office Supply Store Gift Cards (Staples, Office Depot, Office Max, etc.)
Kitchen Needs:
Canned goods and non-perishable food items (*critically needed to stock our pantry due to Food Drive being postponed)
Ham
Eggs
Potatoes
Yams
Vegetables
Pancake Mix
Syrup
Samaritan House Needs:
Shampoo
Deodorant
Soap
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Razors
Men’s Boxers (All Sizes)
Jackets, Large Size Men’s Clothing
Professional Clothing (Suits, ties, slacks, dress shirts, etc.)
The Need: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, unhoused and recently housed families are experiencing added stress and uncertainty as they navigate the demands of work, education, children, services, and more. Every day, families are asking for resources related to family fun and basic needs.
The Initiative: As part of Imagine LA’s response to COVID-19, we are leading a county-wide effort to ensure that each of the 6,000 families served by the Los Angeles Homeless Provider Alliance Family Service Providers Caucus, has the family fun and basic needs resources to thrive as a family during this time.
The Goal: To collect 6,000 Family Fun & Care Packages to distribute to unhoused and recently housed families.
You can help!
Assemble a Family Fun & Care Package and coordinate with Imagine LA on drop-off at our office
Purchase supplies from our Amazon Wish List to be delivered directly to Imagine LA
Mobilize your community! Download & personalize our customizable flyer, share it with your network, collect the packages at your home or business, and coordinate with Imagine LA on drop-off at our office
Rice, Beans, canned meats, canned fruits, canned vegetables.
We NOW HAVE both Freezer and Refrigerator space, and can take meats, dairy, and long-storing vegetables like potatoes and onions, and we can take citrus fruits while last longer.
Bring items Mon or Tues 8:30 am - 4:30 pm OR Wed-Fri 12 noon to 4:30 pm to our Gilmore entrance and look for the sign that says "Leave Food Here".
We have a volunteer nearby who is checking in often to move items indoors, so your donation will be effectively used. KNOCK ON THE RED DOOR if you need someone to put food into the refrigerator or freezer immediately.
If you need to make an appointment, please email [email protected] or text 925-708-6961
We distribute food WEEKLY in the poorest area of Van Nuys, an urban neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley. Two of our four weeks are very limited in both what we can give out, and how much we can give each household. We have started a food drive, since many of the items our households need are already restricted in quantities at our local stores. See list ABOVE
COVID-safe PPE (wet wipes, hand sanitizer, face masks) ▪ Cleaning supplies (sponges, multipurpose cleaner, paper towels) ▪ Hygiene supplies (toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soap) ▪ Non-perishable food (canned food, pasta, rice, beans, cereal) ▪ Family fun activities (board games, playing cards, puzzles, bubbles, crafting materials, coloring books/supplies, headphones) ▪ A personal note from your family
*please provide new and unopened items only*
For more information or to set up a donation drop-off appointment, contact Imagine LA Event Specialist Val Vogt at [email protected].
Collars/Harnesses/Leashes for our Animal Companions
Headphones (new only)
Click here to shop our Amazon Wish List!We ask that all clothing donations be new or gently used and laundered.Due to space limitations, we are not able to accept furniture, home goods, sports equipment, or other items not listed above. If you have something to donate that you do not see on our list, please contact us first. Thank you for understanding.
Drop Off Instructions
Donations are accepted by appointment only.
Please email [email protected] for a list of current needs and to arrange a drop-off appointment. Thank you for continuing to support youth at My Friend’s Place!
Our outreach team serves about 150 individuals monthly. We provide care packages, food and others support services to those experiencing homelessness. We are always looking for donations. Here are some items that we need most on a regular basis.
-Canned foods
-Twin size Blankets
-Socks, jackets, hats, shoes
-Cereals
-Granola/cereal bars
-hygiene items (deodorant, wipes, tissue, toothbrush/toothpaste)
-Cleaning supplies
Welcome Home Baskets set our participants up for success when they move into permanent housing. They have all the essentials like cleaning supplies, bedding, and light decor to help their new house a home. As we move 400 people from our Project Roomkey sites into permanent housing over the next 90 days, you can help us meet this need.
Gift cards to grocery stores and gas stations to empower program participants to perform their own basic shopping. Email [email protected] to get started.
If you are unable to visit us, please consider purchasing an item from our Amazon wishlist.
If you make a purchase via our Amazon Wish List, please fill out this form so we can thank you and provide a tax deductible acknowledgement letter.
Your item donation helps give people transitioning out of homelessness a sense of dignity and empowerment.
In order to maintain social distancing, we ask that all item drop-offs be scheduled in advance. Please call 818-220-6936 or schedule a time through the form below.
Curbside drop off:
Monday-Friday
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Irmas Family Campus
7843 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91605
Our staff have continued to provide our essential services throughout the pandemic and this much-needed supplies is more critical than ever. Items can be found and purchased here.
Our clients are often in need of hygiene products, welcome home kits, and gift cards to grocery and department stores. Please consider purchasing items from our Amazon Wishlist.
We need truck to pick up or funding to pay for delivery to go back and fourth to Food Bank to pick up food to distribute on 2nd and 4th Saturday
We need shelves to store food
We need coolers