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