Donate Goods

Many survivors of domestic violence have been forced to leave their homes because of abuse, and arrive at our safe havens with just a suitcase. You can provide toiletries and other essential items they will need to rebuild their lives free from violence! Please note that all items must be new.

Most Needed:

  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Diapers & pull-ups
  • Wipes
  • Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap)
  • Laundry detergent
  • New children's and young adult books - multicultural and inclusive books a plus!
  • Welcome Kits (see below for more information)

Welcome Kits

One of the largest hurdles to leaving an abusive situation is finding a safe, affordable place to move. Please consider supporting the many families we serve as they transition into their new homes by collecting items for a Welcome Kit.

We gratefully accept donations of complete Welcome Kits or individual items from this list. All items must be new. Gently used items cannot be accepted.

Kitchen

  • Dish set of four
  • Cup set of four
  • Pot and pan set
  • Flatware (set of 4)
  • Dish towels
  • Dish rags
  • Garbage can
  • Toaster
  • Can opener

Bed

  • Full sheet set
  • Twin sheet set
  • Crib sheets

Bath

  • Hand towels
  • Bath towels
  • Wash cloths
  • Shower curtain and rings

Other

  • Small Tupperware container
  • Large Tupperware container
  • Clothes hamper/laundry bag
  • Plastic hangers
  • Broom and dustbin
  • Mop and bucket
  • Toilet brush

DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS:

Donated items can be dropped off on TUESDAYS OR THURSDAYS or mailed to our administrative office at: Women Against Abuse, Attention: Advancement, 100 S Broad Street, Suite 1341, Philadelphia, PA 19102. We are unable to pick up donations.

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While we deeply value your generosity, due to health code guidelines we cannot accept used items.

However, we have assembled a list of local providers who accept gently used items.

Download list here

Questions?

Check out this Frequently Asked Questions resource or contact us at info@womenagainstabuse.org.

Thank you so much for thinking of Women Against Abuse and the people we serve.

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