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Donation Drives

Hosting a donation drive is a great way for your office, team, or group to make an impact—together.

The needs of our guests change throughout the year, so our accepted donation items rotate quarterly. Below, you'll find donation drive ideas along with a list of the items we are currently accepting.

Types of Drives

  • Canned protein (chicken, tuna, etc.)

  • Hearty canned soups (soups with meats, veggies, etc.)

  • Spaghetti’O’s

  • Peanut butter

  • Cereal

  • Powdered milk

  • Macaroni and cheese

Shelf-Stable Food Drive

  • Clean blankets (they don’t have to be new — just freshly washed!)

  • Tents

  • Sleeping bags

  • Rain ponchos/umbrellas

  • Travel size shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, deodorant,

  • Bug spray

  • Sunscreen

  • Single wrapped toothbrushes and travel size toothpaste

Gear Drive

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you would like to host a drive, please fill out the form below and a team member will be in touch! Thank you!