Different ways to donate
| DO: | DON’T: | REMEMBER: |
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| Essential Toiletries (Unopened/New): Full-sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, and feminine hygiene products (pads, tampons, menstrual cups) |
Used Hygiene Products: Opened toiletries or cosmetics cannot be accepted due to safety |
Give something that you’d be happy to give to gift to a loved one |
| New Underwear and Socks: One of the most needed but least donated items |
Stained/Damaged Items: Clothes with rips, tears, or stains, or worn-out shoes |
Donation items must be brand new, still sealed and in their original packaging |
| Personal Care: Hairbrushes, face wash, skin-safe lotion, hair products for all hair types (especially products for curly hair), makeup, and perfume |
Broken/Dirty Goods: Broken homewares, appliances, or dirty bedding |
Handmade items must be brand new and not used |
| Gift Cards: Vouchers for supermarkets (Coles, Woolworths), department stores (Kmart, Target), petrol stations, or mobile phone credit empower women to buy exactly what they need |
Sharp Objects/Weapons: Knives, scissors, razors, or items that could pose a safety risk |
If in doubt, please call us first |
| Medication: Pharmaceutical items, including paracetamol, ibuprofen, or opened vitamins |
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| Hotel or In-Flight Amenity Kits: We do not accept these and recommend donating to drop-in refuges |
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| Food, Clothing, Bedding, Furniture: We appreciate your generosity, but do not have the space to store these items. If you have something specific to donate, please head to Givit.org.au |