Donations are the life’s blood of our organization. We are grateful for generous supporters, like you, who give their time, talent, and treasure! In addition to monetary gifts, our organization happily accepts and appreciates in-kind donations. Please see the various in-kind opportunities below:
Please note that all the items on this list must be new and clothing must have tags.
We currently have over 50 children staying with us and are excited to plan a Halloween party at the end of the month! We are in need of items such as costumes, candy (chocolate and non chocolate), non food items (Halloween pencils, bouncy balls, fidgets, etc), craft items (crayons, Halloween bingo, Halloween pictures, pumpkin themed things, etc.), and trick or treat bags. Find links to specific items below:
- Halloween themed bouncy balls
- Halloween pencils
- Halloween light up rings
- Glow in the dark monster fingers
- Halloween ornament crafts
- Giant coloring poster
- Halloween bingo
- Foam pumpkin craft
- Superhero dress up toys
- Face paint kit
- Hershey assorted candy
- Sour Patch and Swedish Fish variety pack
All donations must be new and not used. You can drop off at our office between 8am-5pm on weekdays or ship directly from Amazon to us at 1313 W Washington Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825. We need items by October 14th. Thanks!
We are always in need of basic items to provide to our clients who are experiencing a crisis. Please note that all the items on this list must be new and clothing must have tags. We cannot take used linens or clothes.
If you would like to donate a Welcome Kit or Exiting Kit, please refer to the linked documents of suggested items. Greeting cards offering kind words of encouragement are always welcome!
Please call ahead to coordinate donations: 260.424.4908 ext. 101
- Bath Towels & Washcloths
- Twin Blankets
- Pillows
- Sheet Sets (Twin XL)
- Women’s Sanitary Items (pads, tampons, etc.)
- Deodorant
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Ethnic Hair Products
- Facial Tissues
- Bar Soap
- Women’s T-Shirts (size S-2X)
- Women’s Sweatpants/Leggings (size S-2X)
- Women’s Bras and Underwear
- Pajama Sets (size S-2X)
- Unscented Lotion
- Razors
- Hair Gel (for all hair types)
- Basic Medicines (Orajel, Tums, Melatonin, Cough Drops)
We are always in need of items for the children living with their parent at the shelter. Please note that all the items on this list must be new and clothing must have tags. We cannot take used linens or clothes.
Please call ahead to coordinate donations: 260.424.4908 ext. 101
- Children’s Clothing (newborn – size 12)
- Children’s Shoes (all sizes)
- Pack n Plays (w/ sheets)
- Children/Baby Blankets
- Diapers (all sizes)
- Pull-Ups
- Baby Lotion
- Baby Wash
- Baby Powder
- Diaper Cream
- Pacifiers
- Baby Bottles/Sippy Cups
- Teething Rings
- Baby Wipes
- Teething Gel
We recently moved to a larger building to serve those in need of our services. This move, and in turn increase in residents, has left our kitchen in need of supplies. The items on this list would help our nutrition team better serve our clients!
If you have any questions about purchasing and reserving items from our kitchen wishlist, please call Emily McCorkle at 260.424.4908 ext. 238 or email at emccorkle@ywcaerew.org.
YWCA is collecting in kind $25 gift cards and fun passes for those who are staying at YWCA. These gifts could provide groceries to those who are exiting the shelter, gas to help our moms take their children to school, or a fun experience that offers a break from stress. Gift cards or tickets could bring joy and relief to those who really need it.
If you want to do a gift card donation drive, download this flyer.
Click Here to view our Amazon Wishlist!
We also have some operations related organization needs that you can view here.
We are also looking to stock our Chic Boutique, an incentive-based boutique for clients. As clients complete chores, help others, and take on increasing responsibility, they can earn coupons to use in the boutique. Items for the Chic Boutique must be new. We do not take clothing for the boutique.
- Yoga Mats
- Board Games/Card Games
- Household Cleaning Supplies
- Earbuds/Headphones
- Journals, Planners, or Pocket Calendars
- Art Supplies
- Blow Dryers
- Nail Polish or Makeup Products
- Fragrances, Lotions, or Bath Bombs
- Purses
- Home Items (Small Decor Items, Picture Frames, etc.)
- Kitchen Items (Dish Sets, Kitchen Towels, etc.)
- Slippers or Fun Socks
TCC stores accept used phone donations in any condition. By partnering with More Than a Phone, donated phones are recycled and turned into a monetary donation to help survivors of domestic violence! To donate a phone, find your closest store here.
If you have any questions about our current needs or to check to see if we are in need of the items you wish you donate, please email Emily McCorkle at emccorkle@ywcanein.org.
Pre-approved donations can be dropped off during business hours Monday – Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, or by appointment.
Thank you for your support of YWCA Northeast Indiana!