Needs List

  • Everyday supplies for donation

    Everyday supplies

    If you would like to donate items or host a collection drive for South Park Inn, we are always in great need of the following:

    Laundry detergent

    Cleaning supplies

    Pads (all sizes)

    Tampons (all-sizes)

    New white, cotton towels and facecloths

    Large-size Shampoos & Conditioners

    Large-size Body Moisturizers

    Lip balm/Moisturizer

    New white, cotton twin-size sheet sets

    New Men's Boxers: SM-XXL

    New Ladies Briefs: SM-XXL

    New Men & Women’s Coats: XL-XXL

    We do NOT need toothbrushes or toothpaste at this time.

    Updated: December 2024

    Contact the Volunteer and Development Manager for more info at:

    860-936-1145

  • Housewarming basket

    Housewarming baskets

    When shelter guests transition to housing, many need basic household items. We welcome donations of new items for their Housewarming Baskets:

    Pots and pans sets
    Dishes
    Silverware
    Coffeemaker
    Toaster
    Cleaning cloths & sponges
    Laundry basket
    Can opener
    Kitchen utensils
    Cleaning supplies
    Pillow

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    Retail gift cards

    Guests of the South Park Inn shelter often arrive with just the clothes on their back, hungry, cold and tired. Donating a gift card to one of the retailers below gives our guests the flexibility to purchase food, personal care items, clothing, gas and other necessities according to their unique needs.

    Stop & Shop
    Big Y
    Target
    Walmart
    Walgreens
    Dunkin Donuts
    Starbucks
    Subway
    McDonalds
    Gas stations
    Uber and Lyft