SOS Richmond is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. 
​Donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Our EIN is 86-2836343.

WE WELCOME IN-KIND DONATIONS!

BLESSING BAGS
This is a fantastic family activity. It provides an opportunity to consider and discuss what others are experiencing and how we all have a place in the community of care.  The Warm Hand is a low-barrier, peer-driven wellness center at the SOS Yard. SOS engagement team members reach out to unhoused residents who haven’t yet received services. When folks come in, we welcome them with a personal touch. Through Blessing Bags, we can offer the community’s generosity and your personal touch!

Here are a few Blessing Bag ideas: small first aid kits, solar-powered lights, power banks (for cell phones), hand sanitizer, rain ponchos, ready-to-eat food items, canned protein, thermal survival blankets, socks, beanies, gloves, hand warmers, batteries, towels, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, can openers, razors, shaving cream, a single $5 maximum Visa gift card or Krispy Krunchy Chicken gift card, and baby wipes. 

VEHICLES
We offer mobile showers several times a week in different locations. We shuttle people to them and to other local services and need vehicles. Currently, we have only one shuttle vehicle which limits access to showers, laundry, medical services, Social Security benefits and more. We need:
  • ​2 used passenger vans or SUVs​​
  • 1 used full-sized pick-up truck 
  • 1 used passenger car 
          (see slideshow for examples) 

SURVIVAL GEAR
This gear helps people survive while living outdoors until they qualify for housing.
  • Tents - we never have enough tents to meet demand
  • Sleeping bags
  • Blankets
  • Tarps
  • 5 gallon water containers (see slideshow)
  • 10 ft x 10 ft extra sturdy canopies for providing services in difficult weather conditions (see slideshow)

CLOTHING (ALL GENDERS)
We provide practical outdoor clothing from our yard and during our mobile showers and outreach activities. All clothing in clean, usable condition is welcome. We especially need men’s clothing.
  • Shirts
  • Pants
  • Shoes
  • Jackets and sweatshirts
  • New underwear and socks 
  • Job interview clothing for men and women (business casual)​​​
OFFICE EQUIPMENT 
These items will help us plan our work and spread the word about our events. 
  • Laminator - for up to 11 x 17 inch sheets, with lamination sheets
  • Dry erase markers
  • Reams of copier paper (recycled content please)
  • Pens - used are fine

​TOWELS AND TOILETRIES
Towels and toiletries are especially helpful for our mobile shower operation. Wipes allow unhoused
neighbors to clean-up when they can’t access showers.
  • Towels  - in all conditions
  • Shower disinfectant (Pine Sol, Simple Green)
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Soap
  • Lotion
  • Deodorant
  • Baby wipes 
  • Laundry supplies

​TOOLS
These items will help us in our clean ups. 
  • Metal rakes - hard and soft
  • Trash cans with wheels and without
  • Large square shovels (see slideshow)​
  • Push brooms
  • Heavy duty 55+ gallon trash bags 

Scroll through for examples

Drop off from 9 AM - 10 AM Monday-Saturday at 410 South 2nd St (under the I-580 overpass) in Richmond or call the Neighbor Care Line for an appointment. Click Guest Media Guidelines for information on how you can participate in our ethical media practices. 
Donate through our Amazon Gift Registry sponsored by Richmond Rotary
Choose tents, sleeping bags, blankets,clothing and personal items that will be distributed directly to homeless folks in need.