Schedule a donation drop-off time now. We need sun hats, summer clothes and footwear for adults, sunglasses, tarps, bug spray, first aid kits, nonalcoholic body wipes, gallon jugs of water, and sunscreen.
In-Kind Donations
Donate new or gently used clean and sorted clothes, or send goods directly using our Amazon Wish Lists.
Drop-off Appointments
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Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center
Sign UpWomen's and men's, masculine and feminine clothing. Appointments: Mon, Thu, Fri. Address: 131 E. 700 South, Salt Lake City. Phone: 801-718-1767.
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Youth Resource Center
Sign UpClothing for youth ages 15–24. Appointments: Mon, Thu, Fri. Address: 888 S. 400 W. Salt Lake City. Phone: 385-505-2676.
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Homeless Outreach Program
Sign UpFood and water. Appointments: Mon, Thu, Fri. Address: 131 E. 700 South, Salt Lake City Phone: 801-718-1767.
Amazon Wish Lists
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Center for Women and Children
DonateAt this social model detoxification facility, women have a safe place to withdraw from use of alcohol or drugs and connect to other resources.
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Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center
DonateOur emergency shelter for 200 women experiencing homeless, including access to essential basic needs like food, clothing, and more.
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Youth Resource Center
DonateOur resource center and emergency shelter for youth aged 15-22 at-risk or experiencing homelessness.
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Men's Detox
DonateOur Men's Adult Detoxification Center offers a safe and trauma informed environment where clients can manage their intoxication and withdrawal symptoms to prepare for long term recovery.
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Homeless Outreach Program
DonateThe HOP team provides basic essentials and assistance to individuals experiencing homelessness in and around Salt Lake County while connecting them to other resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
In-kind Donation Disclaimer
We are unable to accept the following: Used underwear, clothing in poor condition (dirty, torn, tattered, or otherwise damaged), large and small appliances, computers, furniture, mattresses, pillows, construction materials, flammable materials, electronics—including televisions or small appliances—or any other material over 75 pounds. We do not need baby items including clothing, toys, furniture (walkers, swings, or play yards), car seats, or other equipment unless specifically requested. Seek other local organizations for such donations!
For the health and safety of our clients, we only accept canned and packaged food in original packaging. All food must be unexpired and in good condition with original food label intact.
Amazon Wish Lists
When you purchase requested items using your Amazon account from our Wish Lists, they will be shipped automatically and directly to our facilities. We continuously update our lists with the most-needed items.
Tax Information
In-kind donations may be eligible for a tax deduction. Please consult your tax specialist for further details. We will provide a receipt of your donation. The Federal Tax ID number for Volunteers of America, Utah is 94-3008720.
Charitable Drives
If you'd like to run your own charitable drive with your friends, family, work group, church, etc., please let us know so we can prepare to assist in receiving your donations. Contact our volunteer coordinator Michelle Owen at michelle.owen@voaut.org or call (801) 500-3621. For questions about inviting a representative from VOAUT to a drive or other event, contact our Director of Communications, Blair Hodges at blair.hodges@voaut.org or call (801) 875-4589.
Urgent Needs
- Sturdy shoes, all sizes
- Men's clothing, all sizes
- Men's underwear, all sizes
- Women's underwear, all sizes
- Water Bottles
- Travel Sized Toiletries (sunscreen, toothbrush, tooth paste, shampoo, conditioner)
Summer Urgent Needs
- Lip balm
- Sun hats/visors
- Flip flops/sandals, all adult sizes
- Sunglasses
- Tarps
- Masculine and feminine shorts, all adult sizes
- Masculine and feminine tanks and shirts, all adult sizes
- Bug spray
- Blankets
- First aid kits/supplies
- Nonalcoholic body wipes
- Gallon jugs of water
- Individual sized water bottles
- Sunscreen
- Chapstick
Constant Needs
- Clothing
- Travel sized toothpaste
- Travel sized shampoo and conditioner
(List updated August 2022)
- If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Owen
- Phone: (801) 500-3621
- michelle.owen@voaut.org