Wish List Organizations
AFFORDABLE COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTS
Affordable Community Environments (ACE) is a nonprofit organization serving Southwest Washington. We have affordable rental housing communities throughout Clark County stretching from western Vancouver to eastern Washougal. Mission Statement: ACE develops and nurtures sustainable and affordable housing communities in Southwest Washington that provide residents with stability, support and opportunities for growth.
Donations Needed
1. - Fred Meyer Gift Cards
2. - Winco Gift Cards
3. - Art Supplies
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact for drop-off locations.
Contact for more information:
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AMERICAN RED CROSS SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON
The Southwest Washington Chapter of the American Red Cross has served residents of Clark County and Southwest Washington for over 90 years.
The mission of the Red Cross is help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. More information in member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - bottled water
2. - cookies, snacks
3. - toiletry items...toothbrush, paste, razor, deodorant, combs
4. - copy paper
5. - volunteers
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Contact for drop off locations.
Contact for more information:
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 360-693-5821 ext. 135
ARC OF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON
The Arc of Southwest Washington has been part of the local community since 1936. Its legacy includes major contributions to promoting progressive inclusion, choice and independence for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. More information in member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - Coats, children to adults
2. - Bedroom furniture (occasionally)
3. - Living room furniture (occasionally)
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Contact the Arc about pick up options, drop off locations.
Contact for more information:
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 360-254-1562
AUTISM EMPOWERMENT
Autism Empowerment is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity serving those in the autism community. We are dedicated to enriching and empowering the lives of individuals and families affected by Autism, Asperger Syndrome, PDD / NOS and related autism spectrum disorders. By developing and providing programs, projects, support and resources to individuals, families, caregivers and educators that promote acceptance, improve life skills and encourage self-advocacy and empowerment, we seek to support and inspire those on the autism spectrum to reach their highest potential.
Donations Needed
1. - Art supplies of any type
2. - Costumes for plays / theater, puppets
3. - Reams of plain white copy paper
4. - iPad 2 (to demonstrate apps to help those on the autism spectrum)
5. - Computer equipment
6. - Projector
7. - Items or services that could be auctioned in fund-raisers
8. - Miscellaneous office supplies
9. - Services or products to benefit those in the autism community
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for drop-off location.
Contact for more information:
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BRIDGES NW
BRIDGES NW (Bringing Resources, Integrating Disciplines, Generating Educational Solutions) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to our Sensational Kids. The organization’s three-fold mission is to create an informal network of professionals from multiple disciplines including physical/occupational/speech therapists, educators, physicians, etc. to exchange information about sensory processing disorder (SPD); examine new technologies like iLs (Integrated Listening Systems); and generate grants and funding to bring iLs to the community.
Donations Needed
1. - art supplies or non messy craft items
2. - board games for fine motor work
3. - balance equipment, e.g. bozu balls, balance balls
4. - tetherball (used would be fine)
5. - variety of gym balls
6. - white copy paper
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for drop-off location.
Contact for more information:
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COLUMBIA RIVER MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Columbia River Mental Health Services was founded in 1942 as a child guidance clinic. The agency has met the mental and behavioral health needs of children and their families continuously ever since. Today, the organization maintains its charitable mission by serving people most in need of mental and behavioral health treatment through a wide array of services to people of all ages. It is focused on recovery and reintegration of all participants in the positive life of our community. See more information in member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - good used laptop computers
2. - small desks
3. - office chairs
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
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Contact for more information:
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COLUMBIA SPRINGS
Columbia Springs is a leading environmental education organization that provides hands-on learning opportunities for the community and students of all ages. Last school year more than 7,500 Clark County students and chaperones visited Columbia Springs for field trips and service learning activities offered through our On-site Education program. More information at member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - Comfortable Conference Room Chairs (10)
2. - Classroom chairs- adult size (32)
3. - Large Plastic Tubs for storing materials
4. - Clean sand for Educational Stream Table
5. - Gardening gloves (all sizes)
6. - Reams of plain white copy paper 81/2 x 11
7. - Portable Folding Tables for outreach events (4', 6', 8')
8. - Long handled Shovels
9. - 10' x 10' tents
10. - Bark chips for trails
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Contact for more information:
Please contact before dropping off items .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 360 882 0936
COUNCIL FOR THE HOMELESS
CFTH supports our community’s response to homelessness by managing the • Shelter Clearinghouse • Community Housing Program • Community Voice Mail Program • HMIS (county-wide data collection and analysis) • Applications for federal funding for local shelters and programs • Administration for the Winter Hospitality Overflow • Convening of the Coalition of Service Providers
Donations Needed
Fred Meyer or Winco Gift Cards
Art Supplies and craft items
Hand sanitizer
Deodorant
Ponchos
Wool or ski socks
Poly Long underwear (no cotton please)
Gloves
Diapers
Coffee, creamer, sugar
Rain coats & rain pants
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact them for info on where to drop items.
Contact for more information:
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 360-699-5106 x 103
EVERGREEN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Beginning in 1991, Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, based in Vancouver, Wash., has devoted itself to improving the living conditions of low-income Clark County residents. A non-profit organization, Evergreen Habitat works together with community members of all ages and walks of life to build safe and affordable housing for those in need. Evergreen Habitat depends on the support of those in the community, who give generously to help us continue to fulfill our mission. More information at member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - New building materials for homes
2. - Tools in good condition for volunteers
3. - Used furniture, tools and building materials for the ReStore
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Call 360-737-1759 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for drop-off location
Contact for more information:
360-737-1759 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
FREE CLINIC OF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON
The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington provides and facilitates access to free compassionate, quality health care for children and adults who are otherwise unable to access such services. Services include medical, vision, limited dental, children immunizations, health screenings and specialty care. Health services are provided by almost entirely volunteers and the Clinic is supported by the community. Website.
Donations Needed
1. - Travel size toothpaste and dental floss
2. - Over the counter medications (ibuprofen, aspirin, etc)
3. - Office Supplies (copy paper, black ink pens, etc)
4. - Long distance phone cards for administrative use
5. - Prepackaged food & beverages for volunteers (water, juice, popcorn, granola bars, etc)
6. - Kid friendly DVD movies
7. - Health education DVDs
8. - Tissues
9. - Hand sanitizer
10. - Medical supplies (OTC samples, cotton swabs, etc)
Deadline for Donations
Donations accepted year-round
Dropoff Location
Free Clinic of Southwest Washington
4100 Plomondon Street, Vancouver, WA 98661 Google Map
Contact for more information:
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FRIENDS OF THE CARPENTER
Friends of the Carpenter, formed in 1998, is a ministry of outreach and hospitality for the homeless, as well as to all those in need of spiritual support. See more in the member profile http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - H.U.G.S. (that's Hats, Underwear, Socks & Gloves!) for all ages
2. - Shoes - preferably mens, all kinds
3. - Reams of plain white copy paper, any size
4. - Arts and Craft Supplies
5. - Coffee, creamer and sugar
6. - Disposable cups, hot and cold
7. - Trash bags, any size
8. - Paper products; TP, tissue, paper towels, etc.
9. - Plastic zip lock storage bags
10. - Donations of ALL Kinds for the 2nd Chance Thrift Store!
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver, 98660
Contact for more information:
Jan Cox, 360-750-4752 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
GIVING CLOSET
The mission of the Giving Closet that that no one should be without clothing, food, and an education within our reach. The services provided are primarily for homeless, low income families, temporarily financially affected persons, domestic violence, or fire loss. Services are based on financial need.
Donations Needed
1. - Clothes for Any Size, Any Style, Any Age
2. - Canned Food
3. - Diapers
4. - Housewares
5. - Cleaning Supplies
6. - Toiletries
Deadline for Donations
Yearround
Dropoff Location
Contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for drop off location.
Contact for more information:
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HOUGH FOUNDATION
Our mission is to provide new opportunities and resources that enhance lives and offer a sense of community for children and families in Vancouver. Our vision is for a healthy, thriving community transformed by empowered citizens who are actively engages in the creation of an environment where children and families learn, grow and strengthen their connections to one another. Established in 1992, the Hough Foundation strengthens public school and community partnerships.
Donations Needed
1. - Children's tennis shoes size 10.5 to adult size 7
2. - Plain white copy paper
3. - Healthy snacks - fresh fruit, crackers, cheese, yogurt, organic juice
4. - Back packs & school supplies
5. - Sweatpants for children size 5 through 13
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for drop off location.
Contact for more information:
360-992-7060
INNOVATIVE SERVICES NW
Innovative Services NW is a nonprofit organization, serving Clark County since 1963, that values, assists and supports children, adults and families in our community who have disabilities or other disadvantages. See member profiles for a complete description. http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - toys such as dolls, cars, dinosaurs, playfood, etc.
2. - kids friendly DVDs
3. - board games
4. - outdoor games
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Innovative Services NW
9414 NE Fourth Plain Road, Vancouver, WA 98662
Contact for more information:
Laurie Giacomini, Development Coordinator .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 360-823-5170
JANUS YOUTH PROGRAMS
Janus Youth Programs, Inc, http://www.janusyouth.org, is committed to delivering innovative community based programs from residential treatment for abused and neglected youth, the Pacific Northwest’s largest array of runaway and homeless youth services, alternative education classrooms, teen parenting programs, a college schoarship program, to a 60,000 square foot urban agriculture program combating hunger and employment issues. More information at member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - adult jeans, all sizes
2. - Individual sized snacks; trail mix, filled crackers, etc
3. - one time use hygeine items; toothpaste, shampoo, etc
4. - new boxer shorts, underwear, all adult sizes
5. - sleeping bags, adult sizes
6. - socks, gloves, stocking hats; adult sizes
7. - coats and rain coats, adult sizes
8. - tarps, at least 9' x12'
9. - sweat pants and pajama pants, adult sizes
10. - arts and crafts materials for one hour long projects
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Oak Grove Youth Shelter
2924 Falk Rd. Vancouver, WA. 98662 Google Map
Contact for more information:
Rosalie Karp .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
ROCKSOLID
ROCKSOLID Community Teen Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe, fun and engaging afterschool activities for 5th - 12th grade students. More information here. http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1) Healthy Snack items such as crackers, cheese, yogurt, apples, oranges,
carrots, bread, & peanut butter. Enough for 30 students daily.
2) Disposable plates, silverware, cups and bowls, napkins and paper towels.
3) Hand Sanitizer, Clorox Wipes
4) Reams of white paper
5) Card stock - white and color paper
6) Any type of craft item, ie: papers, stamp pads, glue.
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact prior to dropping off items
Contact for more information:
360-885-2181
SHARE
Share was founded in 1979 with the goal of caring for the homeless and hungry in the greater Vancouver area. Share operates three shelters for the homeless, a transitional housing program, case management, a street outreach program and provides daily meals for the homeless and low-income members of our community. More information at member profiles http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org/building/nurturing/info/C25
Donations Needed
1. - Gently-used or new clothing for men, women & children: jeans, sweatshirts, t-shirts, coats & shoes
2. - Sleeping bags & blankets
3. - Personal hygiene items, including razors (individual size items preferred)
4. - Tuna, Canned chili & soup, Canned beans, Peanut Butter (protein sources)
5. - Boxed meals (mac & cheese, Hamburger Helper, rice/pasta roni, etc)
6. - Canned fruits & vegetables
7. - Cereal, Instant oatmeal, Granola/snack bars
8. - New socks & underwear for men, women & children
9. - Raingear, including raincoats & umbrellas
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Share Volunteer Center, 1708 Main Street, Vancouver WA Google Map 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday - Saturday
Share Service Center, 2306 NE Andresen Road, Vancouver WA By appointment, please call (360) 750-4436 ext. 309 for a drop-off time. Google Map
Contact for more information:
To donate items, adopt-a-family,or establish a giving tree: Susan Oberst, Dir. of Volunteers, 360-750-4436 ext. 309.
SHARED HOPE INTERNATIONAL
•Shared Hope is guiding an initiative to influence states to adopt laws that protect sex trafficking victims and bring justice to those who exploit them.
Donations Needed
1. - good running cars for women in restoration
2. - office furniture
3. - office supplies
Deadline for Donations
Year-round
Dropoff Location
Contact Shared Hope for drop-off location.
Contact for more information:
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VIDA’S ARK
Vida’s Ark is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Homeless Shelter for teen mothers and their children. They provide safe, supportive living conditions while teaching young mothers life and parenting skills to become self-sufficient, educated, healthy parents themselves.
Donations Needed
1. - Diapers
2. - wipes
3. - toilet paper
4. - paper towels
5. - feminine hygiene products
6. - cleaning products
7. - detergent
8. - fabric softeners
9. - clothes to size 5 boys and girls
10. - books & toys
Deadline for Donations
Accepted year round
Dropoff Location
Contact Vida's Ark for drop-off location.
Contact for more information:
http://vidasark.org/welcome 360.695.3681
