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Wish Lists
Warm pajamas, shoes that fit, a book to fall asleep with, items we take for granted are often rarities for others. These basic necessities and many others create our Wish List for our programs’ women and children so they can live healthy, productive lives. Below is a sampling of items our programs always need:
Diapers and Wipes
Formula
Baby bottles and supplies
Baby Monitors
Children’s pajamas and slippers
Adult women’s pajamas and slippers
Stuffed Animals
Books – particularly books that relate to many different religious holidays that are celebrated around the world.
Art Supplies
New Clothing:
Socks
Shoes
Undergarments
Children’s all sizes
Women’s sizes 6-16
Coats
Hats
Gloves
Bathing Suits
Backpacks
Personal Hygiene Items including shampoos, soaps, conditioners, feminine hygiene items, dental hygiene items, and more.
Cosmetics nail polish, hair items for our many girls
Hair Dryers
Age appropriate toys
Age appropriate games
Sporting equipment
Chapter Books for our older children – in Spanish or with Russian or Somali themes
Pillows
Blankets
Bus Passes
Stamps
Resume Paper and Envelopes
Laundry Supplies
Teaching Supplies and Displays that are destined for recycling
In addition to the Wish List, our Senior Services group runs a Thrift Store. The proceeds benefit the YWCA of Greater Portland. Please be sure items are working and in good condition when you give. Items we accept include:
Small appliances and electronic devices
Decorative household items
Clothing for all age groups and genders
Durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, four wheeled walkers with seats, bathing support equipment, etc.
To donate to Our Wish Lists please contact Shannon Spencer at 503.294.7382 or shannons@ywca-pdx.org
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