Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston is so grateful for the generous donations we receive. However, there are some items that we do not accept. Some of them, by law, cannot be repurposed into the homes of our refugee families. Thank you for your understanding, and thank you for supporting Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston.
- Religious Items – Bibles, Crosses, Books as an example
- Alcohol related items – Shot glasses, beer glasses, wine glasses
- Used Mattresses
- Used Bedding/Bath Items – Pillows, Sheets, Towels
- Previously worn intimates – underwear (all genders), swimwear (all genders)
- Previously worn clothing that is missing of buttons, zippers, torn
Items We Need:
- Cookware – Stockpot’s w/Lids, 12” skillets
- Dinnerware – plates, mugs, bowls
- Tea Kettles
- Cutlery – knives, forks, spoons
- Cutting knives
- Cooking/Serving Utensils – wooden or plastic spoons, spatulas
- Drinking Glasses – plastic or glass
- Can Openers
- Bed sheets – NEW – Twin or Full size only
- Pillowcases – NEW – Twin or Full size only
- Blankets – New – Twin or Full size only
- Standard Size Bed Pillows
- Blankets – NEW (Twin/Full size only)
- Shower Curtain and Rings – NEW
- Bath Towels – New
- Washcloths – NEW
- Lamps – Table or Floor
- Shelving Units – Small free-standing
- Rugs – NEW/Gently used – 6’x3’ or 6’x4’ – Please ensure pre-owned rugs are free of pet hair
- Alarm/Clock Radio’s – Battery operated or plug-in wall unit
- Dictionaries – Picture/Children
- Car Seats – NEW
- Strollers
- Computers/Laptops – New or Refurbished with power cord
- Televisions – Less than 4 years old with all components (power cords & remotes)
- Microwaves
- Blenders
- Toaster Ovens
- Umbrellas/Rain Coats – NEW
- Tote Bags – NEW
- HEB/Kroger/Wal-Mart/Fiesta Gift Cards
PLEASE NOTE:
Due to Covid-19 donations are now limited on used items. Items may be dropped off at IM Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s only (please see Directions) between 9:30 am and 4 pm.
All gifts to Interfaith Ministries (a 501(c)(3) organization) are tax deductible.
If you would rather make a monetary donation, please click here to visit our donation page.