Current Needs and Non-Cash Giving

Non-Cash Gifts are those donations other than financial which could benefit a homeless person or family in their struggle to better their living situation.

Items that we receive are:

  • Given to guests staying at the Rescue Mission at no cost.
  • Made available to the needy in our community.
  • Used to help us provide services and programs at the Rescue Mission.
  • Shared with other like-minded agencies, service providers and groups when a surplus exists.

 

Many supporters are generous with their giving. We recommend you itemize and give a dollar value to your items prior to making the donation.

how do donations help the homeless

Here are lists of our needs at the Mission:

Kitchen & Food Pantry

  • Cooking Oil
  • Ground Beef
  • Milk/Cheese/Eggs
  • Healthy Grains/Beans (Brown rice, Barley, Quinoa, Corn Meal, Grits, Lentils, Beans, Peas)
  • Spices (Pepper, Garlic Powder, Paprika)
  • Canned Vegetables (Corn, Peas)
  • Condiments (Syrup, Mayo, Ketchup, Mustard, Barbecue Sauce)
  • Jam/Peanut Butter/Salad dressing
  • Fresh Fruits/Vegetables

Emergency Shelter

  • Cots
  • Bedding
  • Blankets
  • Sheet Sets (flat, fitted and pillow-case)
  • Pillows (new)
  • Hygiene Kits (Normal and Travel Sizes)
  • Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
  • Shampoo, Combs and Brushes
  • Wash Cloths and Towels
  • Shower Flip-flop Sandals
  • Cleaning & Janitorial Supplies
  • Laundry Detergent

Men’s Recovery Program

  • Study Bibles
  • Underwear/Socks (all sizes)
  • Body Wash/Bar Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Lotion
  • Laundry Detergent

Center for Women & Children

  • Bedding
  • Blankets
  • Sheet Sets (flat, fitted and pillow-case)
  • Pillows (New)
  • Hygiene Kits (Normal and Travel Sizes)
  • Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
  • Shampoo, Combs and Brushes
  • Wash Cloths and Towels
  • Study Bibles
  • Cleaning & Janitorial Supplies
  • Diapers (all sizes)

Administrative & Business Offices

  • Volunteers
  • Copy Paper (8½ x 11)
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • 32-45 gal. Garbage Bags

Thanksgiving & Christmas

Gifts for our Community:

  • Can Goods (Veggies, Fruit, Cranberry)
  • Ham/Turkeys
  • Dry Good (Flour, sugar, rice, pasta)
  • Coats
  • Christmas Chocolates

 

Gifts for our exceptional Students who will be spending Christmas at Shelter:

  • Headphones
  • Watches
  • Gift Cards from local food or clothing place (i.e., Target, Amazon, Safeway)
  • Alarm Clocks
  • Cologne/ Perfume
  • New Shoes
  • New Gloves
  • Make-Up
  • Hats for men and woman
  • Bracelets
  • New Toys for Kids for Birthdays & Christmas

Give a generous gift to help now!

Thank you for your support and prayers, and for remembering our most vulnerable neighbors in the Bay Area.

If you have any questions about what need is most urgent/important, please contact Patrick Davis, Assistant Program Manager at (510) 215-4870 or email PatrickD@BayAreaRescue.org

Where to Donate

Food Pantry & Distribution Center

123 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801
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(510) 215-4887

Monday – Friday: 8am – 4pm
Saturday: 8am – 3pm
Sunday: – Closed

After Hours Donations:

200 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801

You will receive a tax-deductible receipt for your donation.