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We are always accepting donations! 

Please call us at 780-496-5947, or message us on Facebook or Instagram for questions regarding donations, seasonal asks, or drop-off times! 

We cannot accept food that has been opened, or prepared outside a non-commercial facility, perishables, ripped or unwashed clothing, open makeup, used socks and underwear, or large home goods. ​

Ongoing Donation Needs:

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  • Non-perishable food for groceries 
  • K-cups, coffee creamer, individual sugar packets
  • Disposable forks, knives, spoons, plates, and bowls 
  • Individually wrapped snacks
  • New travel-sized hygiene products 
  • Menstrual products 
  • New or like-new backpacks
  • New socks and underwear 
  • Winter essentials, such as hand warmers, gloves, and balaclavas 
  • New or like-new sweatpants, hoodies, T-shirts, jeans, leggings, hats, shoes, or sweaters appropriate for teens and young adults (Streetwear, all-black, or on-trend clothing is preferred. Our clients are COOL!)
  • Shoelaces

Looking to make someone's day brighter? 

Donating the essentials is always appreciated and necessary, but we believe youth shouldn't just survive, they should thrive! We accept donations that aren't basic needs focused too! Here are some ideas: 
  • Hats (snapbacks and baseball caps)
  • Crossbody bags 
  • Gift cards (Tim Horton's, McDonald's, Walmart, Visa)
  • New makeup (especially mascara, eyeliner, palettes and brushes) 
  • Stuffed animals 
  • Cologne and perfume 
  • Headphones (wired preferred) 
  • Battery banks, lightning cables, and c-type cables for charging phones 
  • Funky coloured hair dye (such as Manic Panic in blue, purple, or red) 

Indigenous Cultural Connection Donation Needs

About 50% of the youth we support self-identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit. If you'd like to support our Indigenous Cultural Connection programming, please see the donation requests down below, or reach out to our Cultural Support Worker, Nicole, at [email protected]!
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    • About Us
    • Contact
    • Staff & Volunteers
  • Services
    • Indigenous Cultural Connection Program
    • FAQs
  • Donate
    • Donate Items
    • Donate funds
  • Resources
    • Resource Links
  • PHOTOS AND EVENTS
  • Get Involved
    • Practicum Students
    • Careers
    • Volunteer
  • Donors & Community Partners