Donations List
Below are items we need and accept. Your donations support clients in our shelters and residents in our affordable housing buildings.
High Need/Requested​​​
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Shampoo & Conditioner
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Bar Soap
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Razors & Shaving Cream
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Deodorant
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Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
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Laundry Detergent & Dryer Sheets
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Dish Soap
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Coffee & Coffee Filters
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Disposable Utensils
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Mobility Aids (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.)​
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Men's/Unisex Clothing (all sizes)
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Gently Used Shoes (all sizes and genders)
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New Underwear (all sizes and genders)
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New Socks
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New Bath Towels
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New or Gently Used, Twin or Full Beddings (bagged and labeled with size)
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Clothes Irons
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Pots & Pans
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Sewing Notions / Mending Kits
Clothing
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New Underwear (all genders and sizes)
- New Socks
- New or Gently Used Clothing (all genders and sizes)
- Jackets & Coats
- Hats
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Shoes (in fair or better condition)
Childcare
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Baby Wipes
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Diapers
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Child Car and Booster Seats
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Bottles (in good condition)
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Sippy Cups (in good condition)
Housewares
- New Towels and Washcloths
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New or Gently Used, Twin or Full Beddings (bagged and labeled with size)​
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Small Appliances (microwaves, slow cookers, toasters, blenders, etc.)
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Pop-Up Laundry Hampers
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Laundry Detergent Pods
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Disposable Utensils
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Dish Drying Racks
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Cooking Utensils
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New or Gently Used Cookware (Pots & Pans)
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Silverware
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Sponges
Toiletries
- Bar/Body Soap
- Travel Size Shampoo
- Travel Size Conditioner
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Floss
- Mouthwash
- Razors
- Shaving Cream
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- Deodorant
- Cotton Swabs
- Chapstick
- Individual Tissue Packets
- Hand Soap
- Antibacterial Hand Wipes
- Hair Brush
- Mesh Shower Caddy
- Menstruation Products
Food
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Grab-and-go snacks
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Individually Packaged Chips, Cookies, Crackers​
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Granola Bars
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Oatmeal Packets
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Soda
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Shelf-Stable, Easy Prep Meals
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Instant Noodles​
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Canned Soup
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Mac & Cheese Cups
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Pantry Essentials
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Canned Fruits and Vegetables​
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Coffee & Coffee Filters
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Pasta & Sauce
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Rice
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Tea Bags
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Peanut Butter
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Sugar
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The Low Income Housing Institute cannot accept donations of food that is unpackaged or not prepared in a commercial kitchen by permitted food handlers. Donated meals prepared in commercial kitchens can be coordinated by contacting 206-443-9935 ext. 1078.
Items we are not able to accept
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Expired or Open Medicine, Food, or Toiletries
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Torn or Dirty Clothing
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Used Pillows
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Used Mattresses
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Used Mattress Toppers
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Used Air Conditioners
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Used Heaters
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House Décor
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Household Fixtures (faucets, ceiling lights, sconces)
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Beddings that are Stained, Dirty, or Larger than a Full
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Clothes or Beddings with Pet Hair
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Exercise Equipment
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Household Chemicals or Open Cleaning Products
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Scrap Construction Material (carpet, lumber, metal, etc.)
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Books
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Electronics (stereos, radios, VCRs, DVD players)
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Car Parts (seats, headlights, mirrors)
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Computers
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Toys Larger than a Microwave
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Used Stuffed Animals
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Large Appliances without prior approval
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Furniture without prior approval
Please call 206-443-9935 ext. 1078 or email volunteer.program@lihi.org to make arrangements for your donation