Donations will help our programs and services continue helping more than 20,000 children, youth, and families in need in our community. Your gift – every gift – increases the chance that those in need will receive the help they need to lead a healthy, happy life.
Child and Family Charities is always happy to accept donations of:
New and gently used clothing for babies, children, teens, and casual adult wear
New and like new housewares such as dishes or pots
New towels and bedding
New household cleaning supplies
Personal care items such as shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant
New and gently used toys
And baby items such as diapers, wipes, bottles, etc.
All items need to be clean and undamaged at the time of donation.
Due to safety concerns, we are unable to accept:
Used bedding and towels
Used undergarments, including socks
Used mattresses
Used soft toys (e.g. stuffed animals or soft body dolls)
Car seats that are expired or have been in a car accident
Drop off of donations is only available at 407 W Greenlawn Ave, Lansing MI between 9 am and 5pm. Donations that are larger than a couple of boxes or bags need to be scheduled in advance. Please contact Shelise at Shelise.goodman@childandfamily.org or 517-882-4000 x 180.
For additional questions regarding donations please contact the front desk at 517-882-4000.
While furniture is accepted, it is subject to storage availability and need. All furniture donations must be scheduled. Please contact Kayla at kayla@childandfamily.org or 517-882-4000 x 126 for all furniture donation questions.
Item Wishlists
Please see specific wishlists below from some of our programs!
For more information about our drives, please visit the following pages