Having access to basic necessities helps survivors stabilize quickly so they can focus on the next steps of their journey—finding safe housing, securing employment, or beginning counseling. These essentials remove barriers that might otherwise keep a survivor in harm’s way or prevent them from rebuilding independence.
Every donated item is a message of care and belief: You Are Seen, You Are Worthy, and You Are Not Alone. It transforms crisis response into hope—and helps Willow create a community where safety, healing, and justice begin with compassion and shared responsibility.
Drop Off Location/Time:
693 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14607
Tuesdays and Saturdays
10:00am – 10:30am ONLY
* We are now accepting new and nearly new clothing for fall & winter, in addition to Food and other items. Due to our storage capacity, we can accept only the items listed below. Please note the *HIGH NEED ITEMS*
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Wish List Items: Updated 10/9/2025 |
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PERSONAL CARE ITEMS:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS *
(New, unopened only. Medicines should have an expiration date of 2026+)
– Hand & Body Lotion *
– Body Wash *
– Black Hair Care – Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling Products *
– Toothpaste *
– Hand Sanitizer (pump bottles)
– Adult Pain Relief Medicine (Tylenol, Advil)
– Adult Cough & Cold Medicine
– Children’s Pain Relief Medicine (chewable)
– Children’s Daytime & Nighttime Cold Medicine
– Period Pads & Tampons (regular ONLY, not super) *
– Deodorant *
– Ace Bandages
– Antibiotic First Aid Ointment
– Loofas *
– Hand Soap (pump bottle)
– Bar Soap
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS *
– Laundry Detergent (sm/med jugs or sheets) *
– Disinfectant Wipes *
– All Purpose Cleaning Sprays *
– Full/Queen Sheets
– Toilet Bowl Cleaner *
– Washcloths – NEW
– White Bath Towels – NEW *
– White Hand Towels – NEW *
– Dishwashing Liquid *
– Toilet Paper (4-6 packs) *
– Paper Towels (single rolls)
– Shower Curtains & Hooks *
– Laundry Bags *
– Can Openers *
WOMEN:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS *
(All used clothing must be clean, ready to wear and contemporary, casual styles.)
– Hoodies – all sizes, zip and pullover *
– Cotton Knit Bathrobes – Sizes S – L only *
– Sneakers
– Sweatpants & Leggings – all sizes
– Bras – especially sizes 32-34B, 36C-DD, 38D *
– Sport and shelf bras
– Underwear – sizes 4-7 *
– Long-sleeved t-shirts
BABY SUPPLIES:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS *
– Pull Ups – Sizes 2T to 6T *
– Diapers – Sizes 5, 6, 7 only
– Baby Wipes *
– Infant and Toddler Car Seat NEW *
– Infant Nail Clippers
– Infant Fever/Pain Relief Medicine (liquid) *
– Baby Wash
– Baby Lotion *
– Infant onesies – sizes 3-12months (white or gender neutral) *
– Sleep n Play footed suits – sizes 6 -18 months
– Sippy Cups
– Baby Bottles *
– Diaper Bag
YOUTH & MENS CLOTHING:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS
(All used clothing must be clean, ready to wear and contemporary, casual styles.)
– Children’s Lightweight Pajamas – sizes 7 to 12 *
– Children’s Sneakers
– White T-shirts/undershirts – sizes 4-12
– Boys underwear NEW *
– Girls underwear NEW *
– Jeans & sweatpants
– Men’s Zip Hoodies – sizes S & M
– Men’s Underwear/Boxers – Small & Medium NEW *
– Men’s Solid color T-Shirts – Small & Medium *
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS:
* HIGH NEED ITEMS *
– Canned Tomatoes – diced, crushed, etc. *
– Canned Beans
– Pasta Sauce – Plastic Jars *
– Ramen Noodles, Cup O Noodles *
– Mac & Cheese – Boxes & Microwaveable Cups *
– Applesauce (Jars and individual cups) *
– Canned Spaghetti & Ravioli
– Canned Chicken *
– Tuna Fish (cans & ready-to-eat pouches) *
– Rice (microwaveable)
– Instant Potatoes *
– Juice/Juice boxes *
– Pop-Tarts
– Fruit Snack pouches *
– Mayonnaise, dressing, salsa
GENERAL & PET SUPPLIES:
(See Chewy Wish List link above)
– Cell Phones (usable, erased, under 3 years old)
– Pens (no pencils please)
– Washable Markers
– Bus Passes
– Dry Dog and Cat Food
– Cat and Dog Plush Toys – NEW
– Dog Collars and Leashes – NEW
– Fleece Throw Blankets — used ok
– Wire Dog Crates – small & med only
– Pet Carriers
GIFT CARDS:
(Preferably increments of $25 per card)
– Wegmans
– Tops
– Price Rite
– Aldi’s
– Dollar Store
– Goodwill
– Gas Cards
– Walmart
– Visa
– Target
