Throughout the year, there are varying ways to support the ministry of the church and the work of our community partners. Though financial support is always welcome, there are often specific needs that can be provided to support the current programs taking place. In kind donations will be restricted to the immediate needs of the church and its partners. We are often unable to receive items that are not listed below. If you have other items you wish to donate, we recommend you consider donating to United Community, Habitat Restore, or Goodwill, who are often able to receive a wider range of donations.
Carpenter’s Shelter
Supplies can be shipped to or dropped off at:
Carpenter’s Shelter
Attn: Community Relations
930 N. Henry Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
The Carpenter’s Shelter supports the homeless to achieve sustainable independence through shelter, guidance, education, and advocacy. The shelter has a variety of needs year round.
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Current Needs
- Bathroom Towels and Washcloths
- Coffee
- Creamer
- Full-Size Lotion
- Hot Sauce
- Ibuprofen
- Light Twin-Size Comforters
- Salad Dressings
- Travel Size Shampoo and Conditioner
- Twin Size Blankets
Please note: Carpenter’s Shelter is not accepting any food, clothing, or toiletries donations beyond those listed below. Further, due to limited storage space, we cannot accept household items, televisions, or toys.
ALIVE! House
Supplies can be shipped to or dropped off at:
ALIVE! House
Attn: Director
125 S. Payne Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
One of the ALIVE! programs is the ALIVE! House, which provides temporary housing for women and families in emergency and transitional situations. ALIVE! House provides up to 24 months of shelter and support for families experiencing homelessness.
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Current Needs
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Black hair care products
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Hand sanitizer
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Hand soap
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Paper towels
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Toilet Paper Tissues
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Arm & Hammer detergent
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Fabric softener
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Female hygiene products
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Dish detergent
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Sponges
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Toothbrushes
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Toothpaste
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Mouthwash
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Dental floss
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Shampoo and conditioner
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Body wash/ Body soap
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Cleaning supplies
Jefferson Houston PreK-8
Supplies can be shipped to or dropped off at:
Washington Street UMC
Attn: JH Supplies
109 S. Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Washington Street offers support to the Jefferson Houston PTA, students, teachers, and staff throughout the year. Each summer, we collect backpacks and school supplies to be given to students when the school year begins. You’re invited to bring the school supplies to the church on Sunday mornings and leave them in the school supply bins in the back of the Sanctuary.
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Current Needs
- Hand sanitizer
- Pens and Pencils
- Tissues
*more detailed list will be disseminated once school is back in progress
Friends of Guest House
Supplies can be shipped to or dropped off at:
Friends of Guest House
Attn: Outreach Manager
1 East Luray Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
Friends of Guest House helps women successfully reenter the community from incarceration. Since their founding in 1974, Guest House has helped more than 4,000 women break the vicious cycle of incarceration, reunite with their families, and reintegrate into their communities.
Friends of Guest House operates four separate homes in the Alexandria community.
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Current Needs
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Supplies can be shipped to or dropped off at:
Washington Street UMC
Attn: Open Table
109 S. Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Washington Street UMC provides breakfast on-site three mornings each week. We also offer a limited option of toiletries and clothing for our breakfast guests. We have weekly food needs, and seasonal clothing needs.
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Current Needs
- T-shirts M, L, XL, XXL
- Men’s underwear – boxers
- Travel toothpaste
- Men’s shoes, sizes 9-13
- Wash cloths
If you have questions about these donations, or are interested in volunteering with any of these organizations, please contact Kimberly Young, Director of Church and Community Engagement.