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

Desperate need
Alcohol Wipes
Clorox Wipes with Bleach
Full Size Bath Towels (New Only)
Bedsheet sets- Twin Size (New Only)
Pillows (New Only)
Comforters (New Only)
Cold and Flu medication all ages (Newborn to adult)

High need
Latex-free vinyl gloves (size large and xl)
Teething Rings
Size 4 Diapers
Size 5 Diapers
Size 6 Diapers
Size 7 Diapers
Baby Wipes
Air Freshener Spray
Liquid Body Wash
Body Lotion
Vaseline
Nightshirts- womens, all sizes
Sweatsuits- unisex, all sizes
Gas gift cards
Walmart gift cards
Kroger cards for gas and food
Aldi gift cards for shelter food
Pediatric Medicine Droppers and/or syringes (New, Unused)
Nose/Ear syringes
Aleve or naproxen
Benadryl (or generic)
Non-drowsy allergy meds (Zyrtec/Claritin/etc)
Tylenol (or generic acetaminaphen) for infants and/or children
Orajel
Shampoo
Conditioner
Cotton swabs
Cotton balls
African american hair care products (shampoo/conditioner/etc)
Hair grease
Hairbrushes – natural bristles
Hairbrushes- nylon bristles
Hair gel and hair spray
Nail Polish/Remover
Nail Clippers

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 Kits items can be delivered to:

Homeward Bound
788 E. Clay, Decatur