get involved with giving at Home Homeless Outreach and Help

Meal Kits:

Ready-to-eat meal kits (crackers, cheese, and meat) Instant noodle cups or packets, Ready-to-eat canned meals/meats (like chili/stew/beef, chicken)

Beverages:

Bottled water, Shelf-stable milk or milk alternatives, 100% fruit juice boxes

Healthy Snacks:

Granola bars, Trail mix, Crackers, Popcorn (plain, unsalted), Rice  cake

Dried Goods

Dried fruits, Nuts and seeds (almonds,  peanuts, sunflower seeds)

Nut Butters:

Peanut butter, Almond butter, Sunflower seed butter

Canned Goods with pop tops

Canned beans (kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans), vegetables (green beans, corn, peas), fruits (peaches, pears, mixed fruits in juice), fish (tuna,      salmon, sardines), soups (vegetable, chicken noodle, tomato)

 Pets often serve as a source of companionship and emotional support for homeless individuals, offering them comfort and stability in difficult times. By ensuring these animals are fed and cared for, it helps maintain the well-being of both the pet and its owner. Additionally, pets can provide a sense of responsibility and purpose for individuals experiencing homelessness, promoting a positive mental state.  

Furthermore, many homeless individuals prioritize their pets' needs over their own, often sharing their limited resources with their animal companions. By providing support for these pets, it can alleviate the burden on their owners and prevent the difficult choice between feeding themselves or their beloved animals.  We often need a variety of wet and dry pet foods for our unhoused neighbors that have companion animals.  

Donations of Hygiene Items address a fundamental need: the preservation of personal hygiene. Items like soap, toothpaste, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products are essentials often inaccessible to those living on the streets. By providing these basics, we not only maintain their physical well-being but also restore a sense of dignity and self-worth. Cleanliness isn't just about hygiene; it's about retaining a sense of humanity in the face of adversity.  

Feeling clean and presentable can bolster confidence and mental well-being. It's a reminder to individuals facing adversity that they are seen, cared for, and not forgotten in the midst of societal challenges.  You can shop our Amazon wish list and the order will be shipped directly to us or you can message us for the direct shipping address if needed if you are ordering from another company.

New or clean gently use blankets needed for the homeless community.   

Our Blanket drive starts on December 5 2023 until December 23, 2023

Warmth and Comfort: Blankets are essential for surviving harsh weather conditions, providing warmth and protection against the cold. For individuals living on the streets or in shelters, a clean blanket can be a lifeline during cold nights, offering comfort and a sense of security.

Health Preservation: Exposure to extreme temperatures can lead to various health issues, especially for those without adequate shelter. Blanket donations help prevent illnesses related to cold weather, such as hypothermia, keeping individuals healthier and safer.

You can help by donating your clean used clothing (season appropriate please) for both Men and women.  No children's clothing please.  Clean used socks we will accept.  But no used underwear please.  We always need Blue jeans and 

t shirts for the men and women in the homeless community.

Meeting Basic Needs: Access to clean clothing is a fundamental necessity often taken for granted. For those experiencing homelessness, donated clothes provide warmth, protection, and comfort, addressing a critical need for basic attire.

Dignity and Self-Esteem: Wearing clean, presentable clothing can restore a sense of dignity and self-esteem. It helps individuals feel more confident and accepted, reducing the stigma often associated with homelessness.

 If you are interested in helping the homeless community, it can be a little difficult to know how and where to begin. Homelessness is a huge problem worldwide. If you would like to learn how to volunteer to help the homeless near you, please read below to see the ways you can start to help those in need. Nobody knows the homeless community better than those who have gone out to take care of them. 

 Show Empathy and Respect:  When volunteering, it's essential to approach individuals experiencing homelessness with empathy, respect, and understanding. Listen to their stories if they wish to share, but also respect their boundaries.   To read more please click the link below to learn more about helping the homeless community.