List of Needs
Clothing Room Needs
- New Socks
- New Underwear
- Good used clothing for Children - infants to youth 14-16
The Domestic Violence Shelter Needs
Please note, only NEW items can be accepted
- Magicare 75% Large Alcohol Wipes
- Clorox Disinfecting Wipes (with Bleach)
- Baby / Toddler Diaper Rash Cream
- Baby Bottle Brushes
- Liquid Body Wash
- Body Lotion
- Vaseline
- Q-tips
- Bedsheet Sets - Twin Size (New Only)
- Pillows (New Only)
- Comforters (New Only)
- Hair Gel / Mousse and Hair Spray
- Shampoo / Conditioner
- African American Hair Care Products (Shampoo / Conditioner / Etc.)
- Hairbrushes - Nylon Bristles
- Cold and Flu Medication All Ages (Newborn to Adult)
- Antibiotic Ointment
- Orajel
- Motrin and Tylenol (for Children)
- Adult: Aleve or Naproxen
- Benadryl
- Non-Drowsy Allergy Meds (Zyrtec / Claritin / Etc.)
- Hydrocortisone Cream
- Pregnancy Tests
- Hands & Nails
- Nail Polish / Remover
- Nail Clippers
- Perfume
- Makeup
- Makeup Removing Wipes
- Cell Phone Chargers
- Walmart Gift Cards
- Aldi Gift Cards for Shelter Food
- Blank Journals / Notebooks
- Purses / Wallets
DeWitt County Pantry Needs:
- Mac N’ Cheese
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Side Dishes (boxed potatoes, stuffing, etc.)
- Canned Soup
- Canned Fruit
- Canned Vegetables
- Peanut Butter
- Grape Jelly
- Cereals
- Diapers
- Shampoos
- Soaps
- Toothbrushes/Toothpaste
- Deodorant
Contact 217.935.6619 for more information or to make a delivery
Homeward Bound Program Needs:
- Diapers (all sizes) & baby wipes
- Personal hygiene items
Contact Homeward Bound at 217.428.6616 for delivery information.
Move-In Starter Kits
Additionally, please consider donating items for move-in starter kits for individuals and families moving from homelessness to housing. Join the Macon County Continuum of Care in supporting this effort.
- Cleaning supplies
- Paper products
- Bath towels
- Kitchen towels
- Sheets / blankets / pillows
- Plates / glasses / silverware
- Kitchen utensils
- Pots / pans
These Move-In Starter Kit items can be delivered to:
Homeward Bound
788 E. Clay, Decatur