To reduce the spread of COVID-19, our facilities are currently closed to volunteers and donations of material goods.
READ MORE ABOUT HOW WE'RE MEETING BASIC NEEDS DURING COVID-19
Donate to the Free Store
Donations of clothing and household goods ensure that families in need can shop for essentials free-of-charge.
We accept new and gently used clothing for men, women and children, as well as household goods such as blankets, kitchenware and personal care products at our donation drive-thru. Please be mindful of providing clothing that is clean and wearable.
Most needed donations include:
- Men’s clothing
- School uniforms (solid color golf/polo shirts; khaki, navy, black pants/skirts)
- Shoes and socks
- New underwear
- Comforters, sheets, blankets, towels, sleeping bags, bedding and linens
- Dishes, cups, glasses, flatware, serving ware
- Luggage, duffle bags and backpacks
- Small household goods (lightbulbs, batteries, umbrellas, coffeemakers, thermos)
- Pots and pans
Unfortunately, we do not take the following:
- Baby formula, high chairs, car seats or strollers
- Toys
- Books and magazines
- Computers or electronics
- Food and medicine
- Gardening tools
- Medical supplies
- Exercise and sports equipment
Looking for a charity that will accept donations we cannot?
Call 2-1-1 (or 888-892-1162) or visit www.nc211.org, and you’ll be connected to a specialist with a database of local charities. They are open 24/7 and speak multiple languages.
School Uniforms
More than 40 public schools in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools system require uniforms. Because children grow fast and clothing wears out, these items are among the most requested by families who shop here free-of-charge. New or gently-used items in all sizes, 3T to adult, are needed year-round.
- Solid color golf/polo shirts: white, navy, light blue, red, hunter green
- Solid color pants: khaki, navy, black
- Solid color skirts/scooters: khaki, navy, black
- Solid color sweaters: navy, white, red
- Solid color jumpers: khaki, navy, black
- Solid color socks: black, navy, khaki
- Brown or black belts in student sizes
Drop Off Donations
Donations can be dropped off at our donation drive-thru.
Point. Click. Ship.
Use the convenient Amazon Wish List to purchase school uniform items for shipment directly to Crisis Assistance Ministry.
