Summer Donation Drive
Want to make a different for immigrants, refugees, and survivors of trafficking in your community? Rally your friends, family, or community group to collect the items families need most!
Please carefully read the information below before collecting or delivering donations. Questions? Email Summia at summia@openingdoorsinc.org.
Summer Drop-Off Dates and Location
Due to limited storage capacity, we accept in-kind donations on scheduled drop-off days only at our office:
1111 Howe Avenue, Suite 125
Sacramento, CA 95825
Please plan accordingly as we aren't always able to accept items outside of these windows.
July 13th, 10–11:30 a.m.
July 21st, 2–4 p.m.
August 11th, 10-11 a.m.
August 24th, 2–4 p.m.
Important Information
To help make collecting and distributing donations efficient, please adhere to the following guidelines.
- Organize your donations by item (rather than assembled as kits).
- Deliver donations in containers you do not need back, like a box, tote bag, or plastic bin.
- Clearly label containers with the item inside.
- Due to limited storage space, we cannot accept donations of items not included in this list.
Baby Supplies
- Baby bouncers (new or gently used and in working condition with safety harness intact)
- Car seats (new only, manual included, and not expired)
- Strollers (cleaned, with all parts present and functioning)
- Diapers (any size) and baby wipes
Household Products
- Bar soap and/or body wash
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Deodorant
- Feminine hygiene products
- Laundry detergent
- Brooms and mops
- Multi-surface cleaner and sponges
Kitchen Supplies
- Pots and pans (individual pieces or sets, any size)
- Can openers
- Flatware sets (forks, spoons, and knives)
- Tableware (plates, bowls, and drinking glasses)
- Cutting boards and knives
- Rice cooker or slow cooker
- Dish drying rack or mat
- Kitchen soap and sponges
Bedding–Must be new
- Bed sheets (twin, full, queen)
- Pillows
- Blankets or comforters
- Pillowcases
- Alarm clocks
Bathroom–Must be new
- Bath towels and hand towels (new only)
- Shower curtains and shower curtain rings
- Shower rods (tension rods are ideal)
- Bathmat or non-slip bath rug
- Toilet brush and plunger
- Soap dish or dispenser