Wishlist

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Support comfort. Support healing.

We rely on donated items to keep our houses welcoming, comfortable, and stocked for the families who stay with us. From pantry staples to cleaning supplies, every contribution helps lighten someone’s load.

 

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Most Needed Items

Food & Drink
  • Ground Coffee
  • Powdered Coffee Creamer
  • Individually Packaged Nonperishable Snacks, including
    • granola bars,
    • breakfast/cereal bars
    • cracker sandwiches
    • trail mix, nuts, etc.
  • Bottled Water
  • Plastic Cups
  • Laundry Detergent

  • OxyClean Powder

  • Dryer Sheets

  • Dishwasher Pods

  • Bulk Liquid Soap

  • Aerosol Air Freshener

  • Disinfectant Spray Cleaner

  • Facial Tissue

  • 8, 13, and 30 Gallon Trash Bags

  • Toilet Paper

  • Paper Towels

  • Paper Plates

  • Non-Skid Socks
  • Disposable Slippers
  • Travel Size Toiletries
  • Toothbrushes
  • Bath Towels (white or grey)
  • Bed Pillows (standard size)
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Sugar
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Cooking Spray
  • Gift Cards
    • Amazon
    • Aldi
    • Walmart
    • Meijer
    • any home improvement store
  • Office Supplies, including
    • postage stamps
    • pens
    • note pads
    • post-it notes
    • copy paper, etc.
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Your generosity directly supports our mission.

We greatly appreciate your donation of household items and supplies. Donations can be dropped off at 828 S. Burdick St. in Kalamazoo.

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Cristina Suárez-Ross

(she/her/ella)

Cristina received her BA in Human Services from Eckerd College. She has an extensive background in serving vulnerable populations as a practitioner and leader. Previous positions include director of a homeless youth program, supervisor at a residential campus for behaviorally challenged adolescents, education specialist for at-risk children and their families, and advocate for rape victims. Cristina is a first-generation Argentine American, grew up in Kalamazoo, and is fluent in Spanish.  Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, reading, art, and spending time with her son.