Gifts in Kind

Families often come through our doors with few belongings. Gathering all of the essentials our families need can be tricky and costly, so we greatly appreciate donations. Your generosity goes a long way.

Good to knowSometimes we’re unable to take items due to storage capacity or current needs, so it’s important to speak to us before dropping anything off. We don’t pick up items, but you can use a courier to deliver them to our office location.

Items we often need

Please note we can only accept new, unopened items for donation, unless otherwise specified.

Grocery and Personal Care

– Non-perishable food items

– Baby formula and baby wipes

– Diapers in sizes 4T, 5T and 6T

– Deodorant

– Body lotion

– Feminine hygiene products

– Body wash

– Shampoo and conditioner

Household

– Cleaning products

 – Laundry detergent

– Stainless steel pots and pans

– Glassware

– Dish sets and utensils

– Bedding

– Towels

Gift Cards

Grocery stores 

No Frills, Food Basics, FreshCo, Metro, Loblaws, or Walmart

Pharmacies

Rexall, Shoppers Drug Mart

$25, $50 or $100
denominations preferred

Please note we cannot accept the following items:

  • Furniture
  • Used clothing
  • Toys
  • Baby gear such as cribs, car seats, strollers, play pens, etc.
  • Used books
  • DVDs or VHS tapes
  • Used computer or tech equipment
  • Anything in need of repair
  • Ready to donate?

    If you’d like to make a donation of gifts in kind, please get in touch with us in advance to make sure we’re able to accept the items you wish to donate and, if so, arrange a drop-off time.

    • Phone: 416-915-5671 ext. 200
    • Email: inkind@reddoorshelter.ca