Donation Ideas for Congregations

Supporting our community members in need

Hosting a donation drive? Check out this list of useful items from our partners at BeLoved Asheville.

For friends who are unhoused:

Socks

Blankets

Sleeping bags

Tents

Backpacks

Flashlights and batteries

Wipes (Baby wipes and/or cleaning wipes)

Vitamin C and D

Over the counter meds or first aid supplies

Toiletries and feminine products

Sunscreen and bug spray (Spring/Summer)

Rain gear and umbrellas

Tarps

Nonperishable food

Sterno (gel not liquid)

Hot hands (Fall/Winter)

Ski gloves (Fall/Winter)

Coats (Fall/Winter)

Hats (Fall/Winter)

For families in need:

Diapers

Baby wipes

Toilet paper

Paper towels

Toiletries

Nonperishable food

For children and youth:

Children’s books/coloring books and crayons

Laptop/tablet

Cell phone

Headphones

Musical instruments

Sports equipment

Art supplies

Bicycles

Camping equipment