The majority of facilities are extremely low on supplies. They might have a few decade old books, dried out markers, and puzzles missing pieces. During an inpatient stay, most centers restrict all access to technology outside of a shared TV or landline phone. Any source of entertainment, creativity, and mental stimulation makes a huge difference!
Each center has different policies on what they can / cannot accept. Almost all places only accept softcover books. Also please keep the subject material in mind, nothing that would negatively trigger someone struggling with mental health/addiction. Check our map to see what specific items each center accepts.
Used Softcover Books
Puzzles
Coloring Books & Word Searches
Markers, Crayons, & Colored Pencils
Monetary Donations
100% of donations go towards purchasing essential items for centers in need. Essential items include clothing (underwear, shirts, pants, jackets, winter coats, etc.), and hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, etc.) Since many places are state funded, they lack even these basic items that could bring dignity and normalcy to someone in crisis.
We use Zeffy because they're a donation platform that covers our processing fees so we can give 100% of what we raise. The Zeffy platform donation is additional and completely optional.
Thank you so much for supporting our mission to bring hope to those who need it most!