Below is a list of immediate needs for women and children staying at the YWCA North Central Indiana Shelters in St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties. Each year nearly 4600 women and children find safety while healing from violence in their homes.
If you have any questions about donations please call 574-233-9491.
Donations can be delivered to either shelter Monday – Thursday 8am to 4pm.
Non Food Items:
• Combs & Brushes
• Deodorant for men and women
• Blankets – Any size
• Sheets – Twin size
• Pillows – Always a need
• Wash Cloths and Towels
• Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash
• Infant & Children’s Pajamas
• Diapers – All sizes)
• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Toothpaste
• School Uniforms – All Sizes
• iPhone and Android chargers
• Underwear and socks for men, women and children
• 2T & 3T for boys & girls
• Sweatpants & sweatshirts for adult women & men
• Men’s clothing for teenagers & adults
Food Items:
• Large cans of vegetables, fruit, and beans
• Cereal
• Ketchup
• Salad Dressing
• Cans of tuna fish or chicken
• Pasta and rice
• Coffee creamer
• Flour and sugar
• Red meat, pork & poultry