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Wish Lists for Area Nonprofit Organizations
Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City
www.biaks.org
To improve the quality of life for people with brain injuries and their families, and to create a better future through
prevention, research, education and advocacy.
Address: 6701 West 64th Street, Suite 120, Overland Park, KS 66202
Contact person: Community Outreach CoordinatorE-mail address: admin@biaks.org
Items needed: Small conference room table and chairs, computer and monitor, paper cutter, paper
shredder, file cabinet, compact refrigerator, wheeled crate
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Camp Encourage
www.campencourage.org
To encourage social growth, independence and self-esteem in youth with autism spectrum disorders through a quality,
overnight camp experience located in the greater Kansas City area.
Address: P.O. Box 10433, Kansas City, MO 64171
Contact person: Kelly Lee
E-mail address: camp.encourage@sbcglobal.net
Items needed: General office supplies (small amount--paper, folders, etc.), dollies for transporting
materials (at least four), t-shirts, arts and crafts materials, medical supplies, (fairly good quality) fishing poles
(new or used), gift cards to Target, gift cards to Wal-Mart, gift cards to hobby stores, photography supplies,
pool toys, carnival supplies, games and books, Legos (small, new or used)
Donation pick-up: No
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Catholic Charities of Kansas City – St. Joseph Turn Around Program
www.catholiccharities-kcsj.com
Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph responds to the gospel mandate by caring for the vulnerable, honoring the life
and dignity of all persons and engaging the community in providing compassionate social services and advocacy.
Address: 3100 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
Contact person: MeganO’Malley or Ashley Hardin E-mail address: momalley@ccharities.com
Items needed: Clothes, canned goods, bus passes, cell phones and phone cards
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Children’s Mercy Hospital
www.cmh.edu/volunteer
Children's Mercy Hospital provides the highest level of medical care, technology, services, equipment and facilities in
promoting the health and well-being of children in the region, from birth through adolescence. Patients and their families
are treated with compassion in a family-centered environment that recognizes their physical, emotional, financial, social and
spiritual needs. The comprehensive health care environment provided by the hospital includes clinical services, research and
teaching efforts which are designed to serve today's and tomorrow's children and the community in which they live.
Address: 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108
Contact person: Carrie Criss
E-mail address: cmcriss@cmh.edu
Items needed: Small stuffed animals (beanie baby-sized), Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars, My Little Ponies,
non-toxic bubbles, Strawberry Shortcake dolls, Littlest Pet Shop pets, Polly Pocket dolls, action figures
(without weapons), plastic animal sets, Thomas Trains, Barbie clothing, multicultural baby dolls with hard
plastic bodies (not cloth), rattles for infants, toys for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers made of all plastic
(no cloth), such as shape sorters, stacking toys, and cause and effect light and sound toys, Fisher Price Little
People toys/sets, Fisher Price Imaginext toys/sets, Lego kits, K’nex kits, Uno playing cards,
notepads/journals/pens, books – new sound books, look and find books, I Spy, markers – Crayola Washable
Markers, Fabric Markers, Colored Sharpies, and Paint Pens, crayons- Crayola- any pack, stickers-especially
characters, nail polish/lip gloss, Play-doh, large and/or small size plain white construction paper, MagnaDoodles, disposable cameras, $5 Gift Cards to Local Movie Theaters, Discount Department stores (i.e.,
Target or Wal-Mart) and gas stations (i.e., QT), chapter books for teenagers, board, card, or electronic
games for teenagers, teenage boy items such as hats, gloves, scarves, cologne, sports items, teenage girl items
such as hair, body wash/lotion and makeup kits and accessories; picture frames and scrapbooks, Nintendo
DS, Wii and/or Playstation 3 Systems (New), Nintendo DS, Wii and/or PlayStation 3 games rated E or E10,
Xbox 360 games rated E or E10, portable DVD players, newly-released DVD’s rated G, PG, PG-13, universal
TV and DVD player remotes, underwear for children and adults (sizes 2T-Adult XXL), plain t-shirts,
sweatshirts, and sweat pants for children and adults (sizes 2T-Adult XXL), Spanish books and toys (Speaks
Spanish), iTunes gift cards, individual pre-assembled craft kits (no markers, paints, etc. required) easy to pass
out, in Ziplock bags, backpacks
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
City Union Mission
www.cityunionmission.org
City Union Mission is an evangelical Christian ministry committed to sharing the gospel and meeting the spiritual, physical,
and emotional needs of men, women, and children who are poor or homeless.
Address: 1100 East 11th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
Contact person: Tammy Sharp
E-mail address: tammy.sharp@cityunionmission.org
Items needed: Toilet paper, gently used bath towels, canned protein (tuna & chicken) canned green beans,
canned corn, peanut butter, and jelly.
Donation pick-up: No
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Community Assistance Council
www.cackc.org
Community Assistance Council empowers individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency through the delivery of direct
emergency assistance, education and advocacy.
Address: 10901 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64134
Contact person: Pam Meek
E-mail address: pamm@cackc.org
Items needed: Macaroni and cheese, soup, boxed meals (e.g., Hamburger Helper), canned meals, peanut
butter, canned fruits and vegetables, desserts (Jell-O, cake mix, etc.), cereal, shampoo, canned meat, boxed
meals (Hamburger Helper), dish soap, toothpaste, facial soap, laundry detergent, meat, cheese, milk, canned
tomato products
Donation pick-up: No
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Community LINC
www.communiytlinc.org
To end homelessness, impact poverty and remove barriers to self-sufficiency for the families we serve.
Address: 4012-14 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110
Contact person: Kimberly Pettway
E-mail address: volunteer@communitylinc.org
Items needed: Two cases of bottled drinking water per month, 16.9 oz or lower, two large bags of ice (for
beverages) per month, snacks (chips, cookies, popcorn, candy, etc.), Thank You and Birthday cards, new
white t-shirts, assorted adult sizes, printing services, new sheet sets for twin and full beds, comforters for
twin beds, new bath towels and wash cloths and a flat screen television for Wellness Center
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Crittenton Children's Center
https://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org/location/crittenton-childrens-center
Crittenton Children's Center is a faith-based, not for profit organization dedicated to providing the highest quality innovative
behavioral health services to children and families as part of the Saint Luke's Health System.
Address: 10918 Elm Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64134
Contact person: Jeannette Koster
E-mail address: jkoster@saint-lukes.org
Items needed: Board games for ages 4-18, underwear and socks sizes 4 toddler to adult sizes (male and
female), diapers (all sizes) small beanie babies, stress balls (in fun shapes), stickers, playing cards, small toys or
stuffed animals, small notepads/journals, playdough, textured noodle balls, mini puzzles,shoe boxes, arts and
craft supplies (glue, construction paper, markers, etc.), hygiene products, blankets (twin size). Many other
items are accepted; please call for more information
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Cross-Lines Community Outreach, Inc.
www.cross-lines.org
Cross-Lines provides people affected by poverty with basic services and opportunities that encourage self-confidence and
self-sufficiency.
Address: 736 Shawnee Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66105
Contact person: Amber Glasgow
E-mail address: amber@cross-lines.org
Items needed: Kleenex, hotel-size shampoo, conditioner and lotion, soap, feminine hygiene products,
toothpaste, diapers, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, deordorant, working large
appliances to sell at the Thrift Store
Donation pick-up: Yes
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The Family Conservancy
www.thefamilyconservancy.org
Championing the healthy development of children by supporting parents and families and promoting quality early education.
Address: 444 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101
Contact person: Casey Sharp
E-mail address: csharp@thefamilyconservancy.org
Items needed: Preschool puzzles, drawing tablets, Fisher Price pre-K summer learning books, digital
camera (new or used) to document therapy with sand trays, camera tripod, two combination TV/DVD
players, five projectors and laptops, balloons, bubbles, stress balls, journals, video camera, new tennis shoes
(all children’s sizes), diapers (disposable – all sizes), art supplies, butterfly, bugs, hearts, bear sticker sheets,
conference room chairs, tower fans, 20 carpet samples, small rugs (3x5 and 5x7), children’s coars, hats and
gloves (ages 0-5), children’s toys ages infant - five
Donation pick-up: Yes
Wish List
9/13/2012
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Feeding The 5000
www.feeding5000.org
Serve at-risk youth by providing nutrition, education and technology.
Address: 12711 2nd Street, Grandview, MO 64030
Contact person: April Dohle
E-mail address: april@feeding5000.org
Items needed: Office supplies, plastic disposable gloves, hair nets, computer, office furniture, disposable
serving pans, school supplies, dry erase markers
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Gillis
www.gillis.org
To help at-risk children and their families in reaching their potential through education, counseling and social services.
Address: 8150 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64114
Contact person: Saundra Johnson
E-mail address: saundra.johnson@gillis.org
Items needed: Deodorant - women (no spray) Combs/brushes/hair pics, Q-Tips, storage tubs and
organizer drawersin all sizes, bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, baby linens, bibs, burp cloths, blankets,
hooded towels, baby wipes, sippy cups, small child's plastic cups, new pillows
Donation pick-up: No
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Girls Leading Our World, Inc. (GLOW)
www.glow-inc.org
Our mission is to educate and equip girls and young women with strategies for life and leadership development to promote
personal and professional growth.
Address: 5155 Raytown Road, Suite 103, Kansas City, MO 64133
Contact person: Cynthia Saddler
E-mail address: casaddler@glow-inc.org
Items needed: Book shelves, four-drawer file cabinet, incentives for girls, healthy snack items, craft
supplies, journals
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Grandview Assistance Program
www.grandviewassistanceprogram.org
Our mission is to assist in a dignified manner, families and individuals in Grandview and the Grandview School District, with
emergency assistance and guidance toward ultimate self-sufficiency.
Address: 1121 Main Street, Grandview, MO 64030
Contact person: Sharon Kinder
E-mail address: gapcrew@kc.rr.com
Items needed: Office supplies - Copy paper, white-out pens, envelopes, stamps, scotch tape, post-it notes,
staples, 1/3 tab-cut folders, printer, electric pencil sharpener, disinfectant wipes, HP ink cartridges #56 and
#57, Canon ink cartridges #210 and #211. Pantry items - canned food items and personal use items
Donation pick-up: No
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Head Start of Shawnee Mission, Inc.
www.smks-headstart.org
The mission of Head Start of Shawnee Mission is to provide quality early childhood learning experiences and comprehensive
child and family services that empower low-income families and their children to maximize their success.
Address: 8155 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS 66204
Contact person: Renee Miller
E-mail address: rmiller@smks-headstart.org
Items needed: Elmer’s glue sticks (.21 oz size), 4 oz bottles of Elmer’s glue, washable Crayola markers (8count), Crayola or Rose Art paint sets(8-count), children’s scissors (Fiskar brand-round tip), doodle pads
(plain paper), bucket of foam shapes, stickers, new wooden puzzles, diapers and baby wipes, kleenex, paper
towels, laundry detergent, toothbrushes,toothpaste, new Dell computers (hard drive, monitor, keyboard,
printer), #56 & #57 ink jet cartridges, postage stamps, white copy paper, healthy snack and breakfast items
(contact us for specific list of food items in need), gift cards to grocery stores, Sam's Club, Costco, Walmart, Target. Please contact us for more specific information regarding these and other wish list items
Donation pick-up: No
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House of Refuge Family Worship Center
www.houseofrefugefamilyworshipcenter.com
To help feed the poor and homeless, and to provide counseling to those in need.
Address: 10816 Hillcrest Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64134 (Mailing Address - P.O. Box 320246, Kansas
City, MO 64132)
Contact person: Tracy Johnson
E-mail address: Desheria.Johnson@labor.mo.gov
Items needed: Pantry food items for the youth center, furniture, refrigerator, microwave, all types of
kitchen items, bedding, beds, etc.
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Jackson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
www.jacksoncountycasa-mo.org
Our mission is to be a child’s voice in court. We recruit, train and support lay volunteers who act as advocates on behalf of
the best interest of abused and neglected children.
Address: 2544 Holmes Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
Contact person: Martha Gershun
E-mail address: mgershun@jacksoncountycasa-mo.org
Items needed: Conference room chairs, training room chairs, books (new and gently used) for children
ages birth – 18, 2" three-ring binders for training (100 per year), paper goods - tissues, toilet paper, paper
towels
Donation pick-up: No
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Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office (Victim Services)
www.jacksongov.org
The mission of the Victim Services Unit is to provide support, education, information, referral and advocacy services to
victims of crime in Jackson County, in order to reduce the traumatic effects caused by the aftermath of crime, andto aid
victims in their healing.
Address: 415 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
Contact person: Wanda Tope
E-mail address: wtope@jacksongov.org
Items needed: Bottled water and boxes of Kleenex
Donation pick-up: Yes (possibly)
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Jewish Vocational Service
www.jvskc.org
Stregnthens the well-being of individuals, families and the community by promoting successful social, cultural and economic
integration.
Address: 1608 Baltimore Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
Contact person: Martin Okpareke
E-mail address: mokpareke@jvskc.org
Items needed: Clothes, kitchen utensils, blankets, school supplies, furniture, kitchen appliances, small
household items
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Johnson County Christmas Bureau
www.jccb.org
The Johnson County Christmas Bureau’s mission is to provide non-denominational holiday assistance to qualified low-income
residents of Johnson County, Kansas at an annual Holiday Shop.
Address: P.O. Box 14786, Overland Park, KS 66285-4786
Contact person: Barb McNeile
E-mail address: jccbdirector@gmail.com
Items needed: Gently used or new coats, new infant and toddler books, toddler toys, sweatshirts/hoodies
– youth size small – adult 5X, footballs, basketballs, soccer balls, small kitchen appliances, children’s clothing
for newborn – age 12, personal care items, sheets, blankets, sleeping bags, men's hats, gloves, and scarves,
women/children's hats and scarves, yarn for volunteer knitters, grab bag items, wrapping paper, monetary
donations and gift cards
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Kansas City Hospice House
www.kansascityhospice.org
To bring expert care, peace of mind, comfort, guidance and hope to people affected by life-threatening and life-limiting
illness.
Address: 12000 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145
Contact person: Allison Netson
E-mail address: anetson@kchospice.org
Items needed: Air Diffusers (clean-smelling – fresh rain, clean linen, etc.), baking sheets, battery-operated
candles, CD’s (soothing, peaceful music), digital camera, DVD’s (any favorites), games, gift cards (Target,
Wal-Mart, Hobby Lobby, Michaels, US Toy, etc.), misc. greeting cards (blank, birthday, thank you, thinking of
you, etc.), recordable books, storage bins, supplies for kid activity bags, small toys/games (tic-tac-toe, yoyo’s, etc.), small craft projects, coloring books, crayons/markers, activity pads/game books, bubbles, PlayDoh, supplies for welcome baskets for new patients, packaged snacks, wrapped candy, chocolate, tissues,
mints/gum, note paper/note cards, hand lotion, Chap Stick, toys
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
KidsAndCars.org
www.KidsAndCars.org
KidsAndCars.org is a national nonprofit child safety organization dedicated to preventing injuries and death to children in or
around motor vehicles. KidsAndCars.org has been pioneering a national prevention movement since 1996 by promoting the
highest level of awareness among parents, caregivers, legislators and the public at-large. KidsAndCars.org works to reduce
or eliminate these preventable tragedies through data collection, education and public awareness, policy change, product
redesign, and survivor advocacy.
Address: 2913 West 113th Street, Leawood, KS 66211
Contact person: Amber Rollins
E-mail address: Amber@KidsAndCars.org
Items needed: Items to be used in a silent auction fundraiser in the Spring of 2012
Donation pick-up: Yes
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KidsAndCars.org
www.KidsAndCars.org
KidsAndCars.org is a national nonprofit child safety organization dedicated to preventing injuries and death to children in or
around motor vehicles. KidsAndCars.org has been pioneering a national prevention movement since 1996 by promoting the
highest level of awareness among parents, caregivers, legislators and the public at-large. KidsAndCars.org works to reduce
or eliminate these preventable tragedies through data collection, education and public awareness, policy change, product
redesign, and survivor advocacy.
Address: 2913 West 113th Street, Leawood, KS 66211
Contact person: Amber Rollins
E-mail address: Amber@KidsAndCars.org
Items needed: KidsAndCars.org is part of a unique program with Recycle for Charities. We are collecting
old/broken cell phones, iPods, PDAs, cameras. KidsAndCars.org will receive a small donation for every
device donated on our behalf to the Recycle for Charities program. Collection boxes can be sent to
volunteers to collect items or items can be given to KidsAndCars.org directly
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
KSDS, Inc.
www.ksds.org
To promote the independence and inclusion of people with disabilities as fully participating and contributing m embers of
their communities.
Address: 124 West 7th, Washington, Kansas 66968
Contact person: Marcia Funke
E-mail address: mfunke@ksds.org
Items needed: Nylabones, Kuz Balls, and Jolly Balls, Best Balls-10", XL Kongs, Halti-size 2, Batteries-AA,C,
and D, Solo plastic cups, paper towels, toilet paper, sturdy paper plates and bowls, plastic silverware,
whelping blankets- 37" X 37", Panasonic DVD Ram for camcorder- 1.4 gig or bigger), scrub brushes and
squeegees, Clorox Wipes, Clorox bleach, rug shampooer with attachments, furnace filters, (20X20X1), (20
X25X1), and (12X20X1), vacuum bags ( Eureka AA), cases of bottled water, 12 1/2 X 18 1/8 padded
envelopes, 6X9 manila envelopes ( no clasp), high quality letter size copy paper, photo paper, colored ink
pads, gift cards (Target, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, Home Depot), quart & gallon Ziplock storage bags
Donation pick-up: No
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Lakeview Woods School/Missouri School for the Severely Disabled
We are one of Missouri’s schools for the severely disabled. We provide educational service on the student’s IEPS.
Address: 351 Northwest Gregory, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064
Contact person: Becky Brozovich
E-mail address: rebecca.brozovich@dese.mo.gov
Items needed: socks for ages 6-21, diaper wipes, backpacks for 55 students, gift cards for shoes (5-10)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Medicalodges Gardner
www.medicalodges.com
We serve and enhance the lives of others with caring hands.
Address: 222 South Bedford, Gardner, KS 66030
Contact person: Lesta Bell Feldkamp
E-mail address: llbell@medicalodges.com
Items needed: Computer towers and monitors, keyboards, mouse, printer, scanner (all in working
condition), large art in frames – flowes, rural areas, country (no oil paintings)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Midwest Foster Care and Adoption Associaton
www.mfcaa.org
To provide foster and adoptive children the opportunity of a stable, caring and nurturing family environment by recruiting,
training, supporting, and providing personal advocacy for foster and adoptive parents and their children.
Address: 3210 South Lee's Summit Road, Independence, MO 64055
Contact person: Becky Foster
E-mail address: becky@mfcaa.org
Items needed: Large Screen Flat TV/DVD- for parent trainings and "movie night" for foster and adopted
children. Movie Night for kids is done in conjunction with Parents Night Out. We try to provide parents 2
evenings a year to have adult time while their children are in a fun safe setting. We always need diapers,
wipes and hygiene products. This includes shampoo, soap, tooth brushes, tooth paste, deodorant, razors,
combs, brushes
Donation pick-up: Yes
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New Reflections East, Inc.
www.newreflectionskc.org
New Reflections seeks toprovide assistance to participants who demonstrate a sincere desire to change their lives by
focusing on goal-setting, educational attainment and principles of success.
Address: 6920 Prospect Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64132
Contact person: Catina Taylor or Cheryl Jones
E-mail address: ctaylor@newreflectionskc.org
Items needed: Multi-line telephones, computers, printer, laminating machine, mounted projector, books,
daycare furniture, playground equipment, general office equipment, photocopy machine, furniture, van,
television, iPads, MacBooks, DVD players, daycare supplies (i.e., chairs, tricycles, blocks, etc.)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Olathe Head Start
The mission of Olathe Head Start is to enhance the quality of life for families through education and support services in a
safe, caring environment.
Address: 1700 East Sheridan, Olathe, KS 66061
Contact person: Fran O’Brien
E-mail address: fobrienhlc@olatheschools.com
Items needed: Can provide "Olathe Head Start Wish List"
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Open Hands With Love
www.openhandswithlove.org
Open Hands is commissioned to aid parents with meeting the needs of their children with care, understanding and a strong
support system without discrimination.
Address: 4330 Brekenridgem Apt. 1022, Kansas City, MO 64136
Contact person: Tamika Neal
E-mail address: openhand@earthlink.net
Items needed: Diapers of all sizes, baby formula, baby food, Graduate dinners, clothes for sizes 0 to 5T,
car seats, diaper bags, baby books, baby bottles
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Operation WildLife, Inc.
www.owl-online.org
Advocates for wildlife, providing professional rehabilitation services for injured and orphaned wild animals, and wildlife
education for the citizens of northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri.
Address: 23375 Guthrie Road, Linwood, Kansas 66052
Contact person: Diane Johnson, RVT
E-mail address: opwildlife@aol.com
Items needed: Laundry detergent (we do 20 loads+ of laundry), bleach, 1" masking tape latex exam gloves
(M,L & XL) large breed dry dog food Science Diet dry kitten food 33 gallon trash bags Baby Food ~ dark
green & yellow vegetables only (green beans, peas, squash, spinach, garden vegetable, carrots, sweet
potatoes) Shelled & unsalted walnuts, pecans & almonds (No peanuts, cat litter (non-clumping) Walmart gift
cards to buy fresh produce
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
Operation Breakthrough
www.operationbreakthrough.org
Tto help children who are living in poverty develop to their fullest potential by providing a safe, loving and educational
environment. Operation Breakthrough also strives to support and empower the children's fami
Address: 3039 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64109
Contact person: Tara Lindahl
E-mail address: taral@operationbreakthrough.org
Items needed: FOOD (Non-perishable items are best): Canned Tuna/Chicken Spaghetti sauce Hearty
soups Jelly in plastic jars Cereal Boxed Mac & Cheese Applesauce in plastic jars Crackers Ravioli/Spaghetti
O¡¦s Ramen Noodles Canned Vegetables Canned Fruits Rice-A-Roni/Noodle Side Items Minute Rice Boxed
Mashed Potatoes Instant Oatmeal Granola Bars Breakfast Bars Hamburger Helper Baby Food Corn Bread
Mix. HYGIENE/HOUSEHOLD ITEMS (None of these can be purchased with food stamps): Toilet Tissue
Bath Soap Powder Laundry Soap Toothpaste, Lotion, Dishwashing Soap, Deodorant, Sponges, Sanitary
Napkins or Tampons Household cleaning supplies (i.e., comet, pledge, etc.), Baby Soap, Disposable Diapers
(especially Size 4, 5 and pull-ups). Payless Shoes gift certificates ($20 increments). New or gently used
clothes for 0-15 year olds (especially sizes 3-7). NEW underwear and socks to fit 0-15 year olds. Used
furniture and household items (especially beds and bedding). Washers, dryers, refrigerators, microwaves and
stoves (in working order)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Operation International Children
www.operationinternationalchildren.org
Helping soldiers help children
Address: 1529 Atlantic, North Kansas City, MO 64116
Contact person: Kelly Meyer
E-mail address: oicinfo@ptpi.org
Items needed: All new items please: #2 pencils, colored pencil pack, ruler, pencil sharpener, pencil pouch,
loose-leaf paper, closed pack scissors, 2-pocket folders, composition book, large erasers
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Phoenix Family Housing Corporation
www.phoenixfamily.org
Phoenix Family Housing empowers people living in low-income housing communities with the on-site support they need to
gain stability and achieve self-sufficiency.
Address: 2838 Warwick Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64108
Contact person: Tanesha Goshon
E-mail address: tgoshon@phoenixfamily.org
Items needed: Housekeeping Items: laundry detergent, Dreft, clothing stain remover, dryer sheets, dish
liquid soap, paper towels, toilet paper, Kleenex, paper napkins, Wet Wipes, household cleaner, toilet bowl
cleaner and brush, stain remover sponges and scrubbers, Windex, Pledge, mop, buckets, brooms, dustpans,
Ziploc bags, trash bags, vacuum cleaner bags. Personal Items: feminine products, shampoo, conditioner, bar
and liquid body soap, facial cleanser, African American hair care products, lotion, toothpaste, toothbrushes,
diapers and & Pull-Ups, baby bath products, wipes and diaper cream, baby powder, hearing aid batteries,
incontinence products, denture cleaner, adhesive bath/shower benches, long coats. Items for Home:
bedding, blankets, bath and kitchen towels, plates, utensils, glasses, pots and pans, baking pans, food
containers, single-room fans, curtains, décor, batteries—all sizes, flashlights. Food Needs: baby formula and
food, chicken noodle soup, Sprite, Ensure, Boost, granola bars, fruit and fruit snacks, low-salt canned goods
and snacks. Other Needs: computer games and speakers, patio tables and chairs, sports equipment, piano,
van, paper plates, plasticware, coffee, travel-sized hand sanitizer, magazines, electric space heaters, gas cards,
single-use bus passes, gift cards for Wal-Mart and Price Chopper, children’s books, storage tubs, reams of 8.5
x 11” white copy paper
Donation pick-up: No
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Renaissance West (Comprehensive Mental Health Services)
www.thecmhs.com
Working in collaboration with individuals, families, agencies and diverse groups we will strengthen the community by
providing effective treatment which addresses the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of individuals who are
experiencing problems with chemical dependence.
Address: 5840 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130
Contact person: Paula Williams
E-mail address: pwill@thecmhs.com
Items needed: Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, undergarments, coats and shoes (all sizes), toys
puzzles, DVDs and VCR tapes, books, board games, baby wipes, baby shampoo, baby wash, Vaseline, lotion,
towels, wash cloths, personal hygiene items, playing cards, dominoes, dictionaries, twin sheets, pillow cases,
blankets and pillows
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
reStart
www.restartinc.org
An interfaith ministry with homeless persons, is committed to providing shelter and supportive services to the homeless men,
women, youth and children with the goals of helping persons move toward independence and self-sufficiency and ending
homelessness in our community.
Address: 918 East 9th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
Contact person: Stephani Bolling
E-mail address: sbolling@restartinc.org
Items needed: Queen size sheet sets and comforters, twin size sheet sets, comforters and blankets,
pillows, towels, wash cloths, toilet tissue, ethnic hair care products (i.e., relaxers, hair grease, brushes and
combs, rubber bands, ponytail holders), lotion, shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, deodorant, sanitary napkins
and tampons, facial soap, razors, shaving cream, laundry detergent, laundry baskets, trash cans, storage
containers, cleaning supplies (e.g., floor cleaner, Pine Sol, window cleaner, antibacterial spray cleaner, allpurpose cleaner w/out bleach, old rags)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Caruthersville
Our volunteers provide warm clothing to the low income families during winter months.
Address: 1101 Carleton Ave, Caruthersville, MO 63830
Contact person: Shirley Lacey
E-mail address: sglacey@hotmail.com
Items needed: Warm clothing for pre-schoolers - age 13
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Rose Brooks Center
To break the cycle of domestic violence so that individuals and families can live free of abuse.
Address: P. O. Box 320599, Kansas City, MO 64132
Contact person: Joan Dougherty
E-mail address: joan@rosebrooks.org
Items needed: Toiletries, school supplies, food items, towels, wash cloths, twin blankets and sheets
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
The Salvation Army – Northland Corps
Preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Address: 5306 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64118
Contact person: Debbie Skaggs
E-mail address: Debbie_Skaggs@usc.salvationarmy.org
Items needed: cereals, syrup, pancake mix (add water only), breakfast bars, canned meat, dry beans, rice,
box dinners, spaghetti sauce, noodles, peanut butter and jelly, canned soups, canned fruits and vegetables,
personal hygiene products, toilet tissue, cleaning products and laundry detergent
Donation pick-up: No
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SAVE, Inc.
www.saveinckc.org
Through comprehensive housing solutions, SAVE, Inc. empowers those living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS to lead healthy,
stable lives with personal dignity.
Address: P.O. Box 45301, Kansas City, MO 64171
Contact person: Amy Povich
E-mail address: apovich@saveinckc.org
Items needed: Clorox wipes, sponges and rags, mop buckets, shampoo and conditioner, multi-purpose
cleaner, hand towels, alarm clocks, toothpaste and toothbreushes, deordorant, plates, bowls, food storage
containers, bath Towels, Ziploc storage bags, laundry detergent, kitchen utensils, pots and pans, pillows,
linens, cups and drinking glasses
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Sheffield Place
www.sheffieldplace.org
To empower homeless mothers and their children to heal from their trauma and help them become self-sufficient.
Address: 6604 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64126
Contact person: David Hanzlick
E-mail address: dhanzlick@sheffieldplace.org
Items needed: Twin sheets, blankets, pillows, comforters, pillow cases, towels, wash cloths, crib sheets,
healthy snacks such as graham crackers, fruit cups, Jello cups, etc., personal hygiene items, laundry detergent,
diapers, Pull-Ups, baby wipes, tioet paper, paper towels, facial tissue, lotion, facial soap, paper markers,
notebooks and other school supplies, African American hair care products, dishwashing liquid, household
cleanser, baby bottles, pacifiers, boxed juices, coloring books, spiral wide-ruled notebooks, backpacks, threering binders
Donation pick-up: No
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9/13/2012
Shepherd’s Center of Raytown
www.shepherdscenterraytown.org
The Shepherd’s Center of Raytown is a private, non-profit, interfaith, non-discriminatory organization whose purpose is to
utilize the gifts of our community to promote continued personal and spiritual growth and help maintain the dignity and
independence of all persons, focusing on adults 55 and older.
Address: 7900 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64138
Contact person: Patty Stock
E-mail address: shepherdscenterr@sbcglobal.net
Items needed: Web designer to update current website, person interested in social media to set-up SCR
in appropriate platforms and a graphic artist to update the look of brochures and collateral pieces
Donation pick-up: No
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Sherwood Center
www.sherwoodcenter.org
Sherwood Center exists to empower children and adults with autism and related developmental disabilities to maximize
their potential in family and community life.
Address: 7938 Chestnut Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64132
Contact person: Jessica Marsh
E-mail address: jmarsh@sherwoodcenter.org
Items needed: New heating system, new asphalt in parking lots, sensory room equipment/toys, new
drinking fountains, new desks and chairs, paved or rubber playground (no rocks), IPads, volunteer projects
that simulate "on the job training" such as packaging items, sorting items and collating items, small under the
sink hot water heater for our kitchen, new computers, art program supplies, Lysol or Clorox wipes, Kleenex
hand sanitizer (desk size-unscented), toothpaste (travel size), stackable washer and dryer, picnic tables/patio
furniture for our courtyard, storm shelter survival kit (blankets, flashlights, batteries, packaged food/drinks,
puzzles, coloring books, etc.), different colored clothes pins, electric can opener, chip clips, small dresser w/
drawers, refrigerator, two cross-cut shredders (specifically Fellowes 2339C), upper extremity ergometer
(also known as an Arm Bike)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Shoal Creek Association/Shoal Creek Living History Museum
http://www.kcmo.org/CKCMO/Depts/ParksandRecreation/ShoalCreekLivingHistoryMuseum/index.htm
To support the Shoal Creek 19th Century Living History Museum and its educaitona programs with hands on activities and
day to day operation including the integrity and maintenance of the 19th Century buildings.
Address: 7000 Northeast Barry Road, Kansas City, MO 64156
Contact person: Sharon Sumner
E-mail address: sasumner@sbcglobal.net
Items needed: Laptop computer for inventory purposes as well as school program materials and festival
materials. 'Wash stand' and good large carpet/rugs. Used working refrigerator, used working small freezer
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Special Neighbors, Inc.
www.specialneighbors.org
To empower and assist persons with developmental disabilities to live and participate in the community with dignity.
Address: 3675 South Noland Road, Independence, MO 64055
Contact person: Jennifer Seidel
E-mail address: jennifer@specialneighbors.org
Items needed: Four digital cameras, six Garmin GPS systems, two weather radio, two sets of pots and
pans, one gas grill, two sets of patio furniture, one electric griddle, two electric roasters, four cake pans
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Swope Corridor Renaissance / The Upper Room
www.upperroomprogram.org
Education for Life.
Address: 5930 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130
Contact person: Mallory Dahmer
E-mail address: mallory.upperroom@gmail.com
Items needed: New or gently used books, especially at early reading levels. A few book series that our
kids especially love include, but are not limited to:
- Clifford
- Berenstein Bears
- Arthur
- Little Critter by Mercer Mayer
- Books by the author Eric Carle
- Magic Tree House
- Magic School Bus
- Harry Potter
- Any books from the "Step into Reading" collection
- Any books that have diversity, exposure to different cultures, etc.
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Swope Ridge Geriatric Center
Swope Ridge Geriatric Center is a not-for-profit corporation whose mission is to provide a continuum of long term care
services to our community.
Address: 5900 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130
Contact person: Rita Young
E-mail address: YoungR@srgc.org
Items needed: Video camera, laminating machine, outdoor furniture (table with umbrella and chairs)
Donation pick-up: Yes
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True Light Family Resource Center
To rebuild the community by rebuilding the lives of at-risk individuals and families with a significant focus on women.
Address: 712 East 31st Street, Kansas City, MO 64109
Contact person: Alice Piggee-Wallack
E-mail address: truelightfrc@gmail.com
Items needed: Financial support, paper products (i.e., paper towels, toilet tissue, paper plates, napkins,
plastic eating utensils), gently-used clothing for men, building maintenance such as tuckpointing and carpentry
Donation pick-up: No
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Harry S. Truman Children’s Neurological Center dba TNA Community
www.tnccommunity.org
Advocating for interdependent living, education and community inclusion through competent, caring support.
Address: 12404 East US 40 Highway, Independence, MO 64055
Contact person: Ginni Gilgour
E-mail address: ggilgour@tnccommunity.org
Items needed: Sofas, couches, loveseats, dressers, chests, office chairs, file cabinets, office equipment,
nosticks pots and pans, dishes, glasses, plates, flatwear, hand towels, bath towels, kitchen towels, twin and
full-sized bed linens, at and crafts supplies, printing/copier paper
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity
www.trumanheritagehabitat.org
Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity partners with the community and God's people in need to empower families
through simple, quality, affordable home ownership.
Address: 800 West Maple Avenue, Independence, MO 64050
Contact person: Rennie Cole
E-mail address: rcole@trumanheritagehabitat.org
Items needed: All-in-One Desktop Printer, Copier, Fax, Scanner Office supplies such as 8 1/2" X 11"
Copier Paper, paper clips, staples, ink pens, toilet paper, hand soap, legal envelopes, etc. 1/2" Corded
Milwaukee Hammer Drill, 1/8" Roto Zip Drywall Bits, 100' Tape Measure 16" Extension Ladder, 17" Weed
Eater (Featherlite Gas Trimmer), 18 Volt Dewalt Battery, 2' Level 20' Extension Cord, 20' Extension Ladder,
25 lb Box of 16 Penny Nails, 25 lb Box of Deck Screws, 25' Measuring Tape, 30" Crowbar, 39 Gallon
Contractors Trash Bags, 4" Foam Rollers, 5/32" Roto Zip Drywall Bits, 50' Extension Cord, Air Compressor,
Carpet Protector, Cat's Paw Nail Puller, Chalk Lines with Bottles of Chalk, Circular Saw Blades, Contractor
Grade First Aid Kit, Coping Saw with Blades, Dewalt 18 Volt Cordless Drill, Dewalt Heavy Duty Sawzall
Corded with Case, Drill Bits, Drywall, Screw Tips, Dust Masks, Flat Bar (Wonder Bar), Halogen Light Bulbs,
Hammer, Tacker Style Staple Gun, Hand Clamps, Heavy Duty Keyed Padlocks, Hitachi Nail Gun
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Urban Growth of Kansas City
http://www.sites.urbangrowth.org/
Urban Growth is dedicated to the revitalization of Kansas City. With the creation of sustainable organic agriculture we
hope to foster a reduction in food costs, promote healthy recreation, and community enrichment. Through the creation of
our Mini Farms we are able to provide the means to donate, sell, and increase the accessibility of locally grown produce.
Our Mini Farms and projects of renewal and growth are created for urban areas, residents, and local businesses. We hope
that in doing so we can instill the educational tools to help our community sustain itself, now and into the future.
Address: 6646 West 109th Street, Unit B, Overland Park, KS 66211
Contact person: Zane Long
E-mail address: zlong@urbangrowthkc.org
Items needed: Financial gifts to cover gardening and and other expenses, all types of gardening tools,
tomato cages, chicken wire and wheel barrels
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Whatsoever Community Center
www.whatsoevercc.org
Whatsoever Community Center supports the growth and development of families, providing a variety of programs for
children, youth and adults to build a solid foundation for life.
Address: 1201 Ewing Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64126
Contact person: Crystal Rice
E-mail address: crystal@whatsoevercc.org
Items needed: Boxing Club: boxing/bag gloves (need at least 30 new), jump ropes, hand wraps. Early
Childhood Department: toy instruments, science toys for ages 2-5 and PlayDoh. Youth Services
Department: basketballs, soccer balls, air pump & needle, educational board games and Xbox 360/ Kinect
games
Donation pick-up: Yes
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Whiskers and Tails
http://www.orgsites.com/mo/whiskersandtails2/
Whiskers and Tails primary goals include all of the following: the active rescue, aid and assistance along with aggressively
implementing and promoting spay/neuter activities to decrease the overpopulation problem and therefore decrease the
amount of abandoned, abused, dumped, feral, forgotten, unwanted and on death row dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. We
also provide resources and assistance to companion animals and their families to increase owner retention.
Address: 185 West Broadway, Peculiar, MO 64078
Contact person: ReGina Edmondson
E-mail address: whiskersandtails2@gmail.com
Items needed: Financial gifts to cover medical and other expenses, dog/cat food (especially canned cat
food for special needs cats) ASAP. Cat litter crates, cages, carriers, bedding, trash bags, plastic bags (grocery
bags), cleaning supplies, bleach, laundry soap, hand soap, antibacterial soap, Dawn dish soap (original only)
brooms, dust pans, mops, steam cleaners, large/small steam mist humidifiers, storage containers with lids,
building materials such as roofing, flooring 2x4's 4x4's privacy fence materials, paper products such as
napkins, paper plates
Donation pick-up: Yes
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9/13/2012
Young World Foundation, Inc.
www.youngworldfoundation.org
To cultivate global community leaders by having youth consciously connect to their communities and communities abroad.
Address: 2029 Wyandotte Street, Suite 101, Kansas City, MO 64108
Contact person: Debrina Wright
E-mail address: debrina@youngworldfoundation.org
Items needed: Bottled water, non-perishable snacks, small/safe toys, books for children, teens and adults,
personal hygiene products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, facial soaps, backpacks, sacks, playing cards,
travel games, socks, gloves, knit caps, jackets, throw blankets
Donation pick-up: Yes
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