In-Kind Connection

Catholic Social Services is a faith-based social service agency solely focused on improving the quality of life for people in need throughout Central and Southern Ohio. Helping vulnerable people at their most vulnerable times, Catholic Social Services strengthens famili...es, guides individuals toward economic stability and serves as the extended family for seniors. You can help Columbus Catholic Social Services by donating one of the following in-kind items:Donate a freezer for the Guadalupe Center.Donate a refrigerator for the Guadalupe Center.Donate shelves for the Guadalupe Center.Donate educational toys for babies 0-12 months old.Donate a car with low mileage and in good working condition to our Transportation program so that eligible seniors are able to get to non-emergency medical appointments.Donate food to the Guadalupe Center.Donate a silent auction item for the Spirit of Hope gala.Donate a live auction item for the Spirit of Hope gala.Donate double-pane windows to the Bishop Griffin Service Center.Provide gift cards at Christmas for client families.Donate grocery store gift cards (Meijer, Kroger, Wal-Mart) for seniors.Donate gas cards for seniors.Donate cleaning supplies (bleach and all purpose cleaner) and equipment (mops, brooms, vacuum cleaner) for our Homemaker program.Donate new towels and bed linens (queen size) for seniors.Donate paper towels, trash bags, and laundry detergent to our Homemaker program. 197 East Gay Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215 · Telephone: 614.221.5891

CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY OF WEST TEXAS provides shelter services for children and teens in crisis situations. Children Needs:ToysBoard gamesGrooming supplies ElectronicsBatteriesJewelry Cosmetics for older girlsNew Gymnasium needs:Volleyball NetsBasketball GoalsBalls for ...both sportsTumbling MatsShelter Needs:16 ounce reusable plastic drinking glassesSpoons, forks and butter knivesMixing bowlsFood storage containersGift certificates for gas or groceriesLaundry detergent (economy size)Fabric softener sheetsCleaning supplies and bleachTo make a donation or for more details call 940-322-3141

The Firefighters 4 Kids is nearly depleted of gifts for 9- to 12-year-old boys and girls.To meet this critical need, the Columbus Division of Fire asked Central Ohioans to donate items now through Thursday, December 24th, at any Franklin County fire station.The list of ...suggested gifts for 9- to 12-year-old boys and girls includes:Age-appropriate board and electronic gamesAudio and video electronicsSports equipmentAge-appropriate music CDs and movie DVDsJewelryPerfumeBody lotionsGift cards List of Franklin County Fire Stations

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Over 4,000 families in the Detroit, Michigan area need assistance this holiday season. The good news is a little over half have been adopted. The urgent news is almost 2,000 still need to be adopted.Sponsors ...

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A string of unfortunate events has taken almost everything away from a family who normally is helping others this time of year. Now they need our help. Minds On is coordinating a Giving Drive and has compiled a wish list for the family members.