URGENTLY NEEDED
Due to fire code regulations we are unable to take donations of used clothing.
For perishable food donations call Lynn at extension 121 during the week, and the Front Desk (ext. 116) on weekends.
WISH LIST
- Disposable bowls and cups for milk and cereal (3,5, & 8 oz sizes)
- Garbage bags (50/55 gallon)
- Laundry soap and bleach
- PACE Bus Passes (single ride)
- Plastic utensils (no knives)
- Socks: all sizes: heavy duty, white (no low cuts)
- Postage Stamps – Forever stamps
- Spray liquid cleaners (antibacterial)
- Toilet paper and paper towels
- Underwear: All sizes for men, women, and children
Gift Cards:
- Sam’s Club, Walmart, Kmart and Target
- Walgreens
Meal Program
Beginning May 1st we will be serving 3 meals a day at our Assessment Center in North Chicago. We have 5 to 30 clients per day. We need bowls, cups, spoons, napkins, cereal, milk and fruit, or fruit juice for breakfast. We distribute bag meals (see below) at dinnertime. We’re looking for individuals or groups to bring hot food for lunch. Something like hotdogs, chips, cold drinks, and dessert would be great. You supply the food, and bring it hot and ready to serve at about noon. You are welcome to bring a few people with you to help set up and serve if you like, but no more than about 6 total, as our space is somewhat confining. You also have the option of just dropping it off and letting us serve it for you. Our last cooking opportunity is dinner for the Safe Haven. Safe Haven is a residential program for the homeless, mentally ill that is housed on the second floor of our building in North Chicago. The 14 participants can use dinner most every night of the week. They have a stove and a refrigerator so they can heat or chill anything you bring. They have dishes, utensils, and drinks. They just need a main dish, 1 or 2 sides, and dessert. They eat at about 5pm. This is a drop-and-go opportunity. Due to the confidential nature of the Safe Haven, we do not allow volunteers up there. If you are interested in any of these opportunities, need more details, or are ready to pick a date, call Lynn at 847-689-4357, ext. 121.
Arts and Crafts Materials
The Safe Haven is looking for the following items for arts & craft projects. Colored tissue paper, clay pots, picture frames, old magazines, and beads. Call Kari Siemieniewski at ext. 109 if you can help.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT!
