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

    Adult masculine and feminine clothing. Appointments: Mon, Thu, Fri. Address: 131 E. 700 South, Salt Lake City. Phone: 385.831.9647

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    Youth Resource Center

    Clothing for youth ages 15–24. Drop-off appointments: Mon, Thu, Fri. Address: 888 S. 400 W in Salt Lake City. Phone: 385.505.2611

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    Recovery on Redwood

    Drop-off appointments: Mon, Wed, and Fri, Time: 10:00am to 5:30pm Address: 1875 S Redwood Road

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Amazon Wish Lists

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    Center for Women and Children

    At 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

    Our 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

    Our resource center and emergency shelter for youth aged 15-22 at-risk or experiencing homelessness.

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    Men's Detox

    Our 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

    The HOP team provides basic essentials and assistance to individuals experiencing homelessness in and around Salt Lake County while connecting them to other resources.

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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. Check out our Donation Drive page for more information and FAQs, and contact Cate at cate@voaut.org to notify us of the drive.

General Urgent Needs

  • Full sized toiletries (shampoo and conditioner, body wash, etc.)
  • Travel sized toiletries
  • Hairbrushes and combs (must be new and unused)
  • Sturdy shoes (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Clothing (men and women styles and sizes)
  • New and unused underwear (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Clear and reusable bottles for water
  • Bottled water

Seasonal Fall Urgent Needs

  • Coats (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Blankets
  • Shoes with tread (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Boots (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Beanies
  • Tarps
  • Sleeping bags
  • Camping/sleeping pads
  • Wool socks
  • Pants (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Batteries
  • Lanterns/flashlights
  • Hand warmers
  • Travel sized hygiene items
  • Shelf-stable meals (canned food items, must be unopened, in original packaging, with expiration date available)
  • Long sleeved shirts (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Hoodies (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Sweaters (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Rain ponchos
  • Menstrual pads
  • Band-aids and Antiseptic lotion

Constant Needs

  • Clothing (shirts, pants, coats) (men and women styles and sizes)
  • New and unused underwear (men and women styles and sizes)
  • Socks
  • Full sized toiletries
  • Travel sized toiletries
  • Lotion
  • Blankets
  • Backpacks

(List updated September 2023)

If you have any questions, please contact the Community Engagement Team at volunteer@voaut.org