Provide essentials
Help us to help others
We collect product donations to support individuals in our community. Your contribution - whether it’s food, clothing, hygiene items or other essentials - makes a real difference in their lives.
If you're a business or individual with new or surplus products to donate, we’d love to hear from you. Every item reaches someone in need.
Ready to donate?
Contact Kenda at kriles@mcha.ns.ca
Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community.
New items we are always in need of:
• Full sized toiletries: Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hand soap, deodorant, shaving cream, tooth brushes, loofas, razors
• Hair brushes, combs, hair elastics, makeup
• Tampons, pads, diva cups
• Slippers, pajamas, bath robes
• Underwear and socks
• Toilet paper, paper towel, cloths
• Garbage cans, bath mats, door mats, tub/drain plugs, shower curtains
• Cleaning supplies: Brooms, mops, toilet brush, cleaning sprays, disinfecting wipes, dustpan, latex/non latex gloves
• Pillows, sheet sets, comforters
• Dish sets, cutlery, pots and pans
• Calendars, agendas, journals, craft kits, puzzle books
• Board Games
• Gifts that can be used for birthdays
• Gift cards: Dollar stores, grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, multi purpose stores i.e. Giant Tiger, Walmart, Amazon
• Non-perishable food items (canned goods, cereal, snacks, juice boxes, etc.)
Gently used items:
Please note that although we do accept used items, it is dependent on need and space to store such items. Please email kriles@mcha.ns.ca to discuss your donation.
• Clothing (seasonal)
• Boots and shoes (seasonal)
• Coats and jackets (seasonal)
• Hats, mitts, scarves, gloves, neck warmers (seasonal)
• Pots and pans
• Baking sheets, pans
• Cooking utensils (spatula, can opener, wooden spoons)
• Small appliances (toasters, kettles, blender, grill, toaster oven)
• Dishes
• Coat hangers
• Reusable bags, back packs, purses, bags
• Bedding (sheet sets, comforters, blankets).
Thank you for your ongoing support!