In-Kind Donations

Bethesda Project annually serves over 1,000 individuals experiencing homelessness at 15 different locations across the city. By donating items, you help us ensure our guests and residents always have toiletries, clothing - anything they need. Your in-kind donations help us provide a welcoming environment at every site.

    • Reusable plates bowls, cups, and silverware

    • Disposable plates, bowls, cups and silverware

    • KN95 and disposable masks

    • Nitrile gloves

    • Soap

    • Bathmats

    • Large men’s shower shoes (flip flops or slide sandals)

    • New/gently used men’s boots/sneakers

    • New or slightly used jeans

    • New men's boxers (Medium, Large, XL, 2XL)

    • Sweatpants sizes Large to 3XL

    • Prepared/microwaveable meals (homemade or store-bought; frozen or non-perishable)

    • Cans of soup

    • $5 gift cards to Wawa, Walgreens, Dunkin, Target, CVS, etc. for BINGO prizes

    • LYFT gift cards for rides to appointments

    • Puzzle books (Word Search, Crosswords, etc.)

    • Universal phone chargers

    • Wrist watches ( analogue)

    • Hoodies

    • Thermals

    • Thick/insulated gloves

    • Heavy puffer coats

    • Handwarmers

    • Headphones with aux cord.

    • Shaving razors

    • Washcloths

    • Men’s heavy winter coats (waterproof preferred)

    • Beanies

    • Deodorant

    • Pillows (new)

    • New or slightly used twin-size sheet sets

    • New bath towels

    • Bleach

    • Clorox/Lysol/disinfectant spray

    • Liquid hand soap

    • Casual men’s clothes, including t-shirts, hoodies, shorts, pants, and sneakers

    • Body wash

    • Shower curtains

    • Men’s new boxers

    • Men’s accessories: wallets, belts

    • SEPTA Keycards

    • Paper towels and toilet paper

Important Info About Donations:

  • There are some items that we cannot accept. These include:

    • Women’s clothing (other than new underwear and socks). Consider giving to JFCS Our Closet, devon@communitystitch.org, or The Wardrobe.

    • Used home furniture or appliances of any kind, including: home, office, kitchen bedroom, and used mattresses.

    • Used underwear or socks.

    • Home décor.

    • Already opened food, including leftovers from large group gatherings.

  • Contact us about your donation before dropping it off. This helps us ensure we can make the best use of your donation. Make an appointment with Community Life staff any time Monday – Friday 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Drop off is at Bethesda Project’s Our Brothers’ Place at 907 Hamilton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. For questions or to arrange drop-off, please contact communitylife@bethesdaproject.org or call ‪(215) 839-8720.

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During the holidays, we often need different types of support as well! Visit our Holidays page or email Community Life for more information.