In-kind donations have a significant impact on our ability to build relationships and help our participants overcome homelessness. We ask that you only donate good quality clothing and food to provide participants with dignified items. 
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You do not need an appointment to drop off in-kind donations.

Donations may be delivered to:

• Main Office (2121 Dewey Avenue, Evanston): Monday - Friday between 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Hilda's Place (1458 Chicago Avenue, Evanston): Monday - Friday between 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

​Questions about in-kind donations? Contact Peter Wayne at pwayne@connect2home.org 
​or 847.475.7070 x106.

​We are currently not accepting donations of: 

• Used Furniture
• Women's Clothing (besides underwear)
• Children's Clothing
• Sheets and Bedding 
• Household Items
• Professional or Dressy Attire
• Open or Used Food or Toiletry Items
• Medical Equipment (i.e. Crutches, Walkers, etc.) 

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​​We are currently accepting donations of:
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CANNED + SHELF-STABLE FOODS

Chips, Goldfish, Pretzels in Individual Packages
​Individual Milk
Other individually packaged snacks
Protein Bars
Soup in a cup
Microwavable food
​Canned food with pop-tabs

ADULT CLOTHING

Adult Men's Fall Clothing
Adult Underwear & Boxers
Pants size 30 and Above
T-Shirts
​​Sneakers size 9 and Above
Ponchos & umbrellas

NOTE: We are NOT currently accepting women's clothing besides underwear and t-shirts.

OTHER ITEMS

Can openers
Backpacks
​Rolling Suitcases 
​Razors
Unopened Travel & Regular-Sized Toiletries: deodorant, body wash, shampoo, and lotion
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​Help participants meet their needs and access everyday essentials
by shopping our "Daily Needs" Amazon Wish List! ​

​Help furnish homes of participants transitioning from hotels to housing by shopping our "Feels Like Home" Amazon Wish List! ​