Items that homeless organizations ask for in Sacramento

(KTXL) — Shelters and aid organizations in Sacramento that help the unhoused population maintain lists of items that can be donated in order to help the needy.

While there are staples like food, water and warm clothing, there are many other items that can be donated that are probably not so obvious.

Loaves and Fishes:

Loaves and Fishes is a respite center in Sacramento for the unhoused population to get food, water, and whatever other supplies they may need.

All donations to Loaves and Fishes can be delivered to their warehouse at 1351 North C Street in Sacramento Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Loaves and Fishes accepts a wide variety of donations for men, women and children.

The center also accepts monetary donations through their website.

Some of the general donations they request are the following:

Sleeping bags, tents, tarps and blankets
Backpacks
Shoelaces
Bicycle locks, lights, tire repair kits and patch kits
First aid supplies and travel-size kits
Sewing kits
Reading glasses
Large coffee cans
Powdered creamer
Flashlights and batteries
Hand warmers
All-day bus passes
Paper towels

For children:

Baby wipes
Baby bottles and sippy cups
Diapers and pull-ups
New children’s toys for all ages

Hygiene supplies:

Menstrual pads and tampons
Toilet paper
Combs, brushes and hair ties
Travel-sized soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, lip balm, hand sanitizer, tissues
Toothpaste and toothbrushes
Disposable razors
Adult diapers
Towels and washcloths
Nail clippers and small grooming kits

They also accept donations for pets including:

Both wet and dry unopened pet food
Both dog and cat treats
Pet carriers
New pet beds
Collars, harnesses and leashes

Loaves and Fishes does not generally accept used clothing and all clothing that is donated must be specific items from their needs list.

The specific clothing list includes:

Rain ponchos and rain gear for both children and adults
New and gently used coats and jackets for adults
New winter clothing for children such as jackets and coats
New socks and underwear for both children and adults
New or gently used bras
Gloves, hats, and scarves for children and adults
Leggings for women
Pajama bottoms and thermals for women
Pants and jeans for men

Other miscellaneous donations that Loaves and Fishes can receive:

Aprons with pockets
Kitchen towels
Bath towels
Large trash bags
Gift Cards

Along with all their other donations, Loaves and Fishes is always receiving bottled water.

Next Move Homeless Services:

Next Move Homeless Services helps the unhoused population in Sacramento by offering housing, employment, healthcare and education in an effort for them to one day become self-sufficient.

Next Move Homeless Services accepts donations Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon at 1422 C Street in Sacramento.

Next Move Homeless Services has a variety of different items on its list that will benefit the unhoused in Sacramento.

Next Move Homeless Services accepts monetary donations at this link.

Household items:

New or gently used bed sheets and blankets
New or gently used pillows and pillowcases
New or gently used washcloths and towels
New or gently used small kitchen appliances such as crock pots, coffee makers, microwaves and toasters
New or gently used kitchenware such as plates, cups, pots, and pans

Everyday supplies: