❄ Winter drive · Ends November 15th
Wintertime Needs List
Helping our neighbors stay warm, safe & cared for.
As winter approaches, Giving Hope in DuBois is collecting essential items for adults, children and families experiencing homelessness or hardship in our community.
Every donation, large or small, can help someone stay warm, dry, nourished and encouraged through the winter months.
This drive is coordinated by Marykay Marshall. To schedule a pickup, call 814-914-8200, ext. 4.
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What we need
A. Winter clothing (adults & children)
- Winter hats
- Waterproof gloves
- Mittens
- Thermal socks
- Scarves
- Ear warmers
- Warm winter socks
New items are preferred.
B. Personal hygiene items
- Toothbrushes & toothpaste
- Chapstick / lip balm
- Towels & washcloths
- Bar soap / liquid soap
- Travel-size shampoo
- Deodorant
- Toilet paper
- Feminine hygiene products (tampons, pads, other individually packaged products)
Travel-size and individually packaged items are especially helpful for people carrying their belongings with them.
C. Winter emergency & outdoor supplies
- Individually packaged hand sanitizer
- Individually packaged hand warmers
- Wet wipes
- Emergency sleeping bags
- Rain ponchos
- Backpacks (new or used)
- Large black garbage bags (ground protection from dampness)
- Flashlights & extra batteries
- Whistles
- Glow sticks
D. Ready-to-eat food & nutrition
- Pop-open canned fruit
- Pop-open pasta meals
- MREs / ready-to-eat meals
- Bottled water
- Granola bars & protein bars
- Soft cookies
- Go-Gurt / shelf-stable yogurt
- Peanut butter packets & peanut butter crackers
- Crackers
- Trail mix
- Tuna packets & chicken packets
Food should be individually packaged, shelf-stable and easy to eat without cooking. Softer candy is best for people with dental problems.
E. Children’s comfort & activity items
- Small stuffed animals
- Crayons
- Coloring books
- Hair barrettes & hair ties
- Small activity books
Every child deserves something that provides comfort, warmth and a little joy.
F. Packaging & distribution supplies
- Quart-size baggies
- Individually packaged plastic silverware
- Backpacks (new or used)
- Large black garbage bags
- Small reusable bags
Winter survival kits
Giving Hope in DuBois also assembles individual Winter Survival Kits.
Adult kit
Winter hat, waterproof gloves, thermal socks, hand warmers, Mylar emergency blanket, rain poncho, hand sanitizer, wet wipes, toothbrush & toothpaste, soap, deodorant, chapstick.
Children’s kit
Winter hat, mittens or gloves, warm socks, hand warmers, Mylar emergency blanket, wet wipes, toothbrush & toothpaste, soap, chapstick, bottled water, kid-friendly snacks, coloring book, crayons, small stuffed animal, glow stick.
Ways you can help
Donate items
Bring anything from the needs list above.
Host a drive
Collect items at your church, school or business.
Schedule a pickup
Call Marykay Marshall at 814-914-8200, ext. 4.
Spread the word
Share this page so others know how they can help.
Ready to donate items?
Marykay Marshall is in charge of the winter drive. Call her at our main number, 814-914-8200, ext. 4, to schedule a pickup.
Call Marykay: 814-914-8200 ext. 4Together, we can be the light in someone’s darkest winter.
H.O.P.E. — Hold On, Pain Ends.