A Place to Call “Home” With All the Necessities
From toiletries to bedding, there are items we constantly need and sincerely appreciate. Below is our current list of needs. We do keep this updated, so check back often if you are able to donate.
Donation Drop Off Times for Small Quantities of Clothing Only*
Monday 2pm-6pm
Tuesday 11am-4pm
Thursday 11am-4pm
3rd Saturday of the Month 9am-2pm
*Due to staff and space limitations, only smaller donations (a couple of bags or boxes) can be accepted during these times.
If in doubt and/or to make arrangements for larger donations call or email Jeff Conner.
All furniture and household good donations must be set-up in advance with Jeff.
jeff.conner@steppingstoneeh.org
(763) 370-5744
Large donations, furniture and household items brought to the shelter without prior approval may be turned away depending on staff and space availability.
The Things Our Residents Need Most Right Now
- Women’s and Men’s shaving cream
- Full size shampoo and conditioner for men and women
- Body sash and bars of soap
- Men’s and Women’s deodorant
- Earbuds/Headphones
Toiletries for Men & Women (new, full-size only)
- Shaving cream*
- Hair products for men and women, especially full size shampoo and conditioner*
- Body wash and bars of soap*
- Men’s and women’s deodorant*
- Vaseline and Aquaphor
- Face wash, full size
- Body and hand lotion for men and women, full size
*These items are a priority at this time.
Clothing
Residents need clothes for work, casual, active and leisure. We gladly accept these new and gently used items:
- All sizes of adult men’s and women’s clothing in good condition
- Adult coats, jackets, and hoodies
- Slippers, various adult sizes
- Hats, gloves, mittens, scarves for adults
- Underwear, bras, undershirts- NEW ONLY PLEASE
Gift Cards
- Gift cards of any amount are always appreciated, especially to Walmart, Target, Costco, and Cub Foods
Food Items
- Individual instant grit packets
- Individual fruit snacks packets
- Individual pretzels (and other snack-type foods packaged individually)
- Granola bars
- Bottled water, 16.9 oz. size preferred
- Fresh fruit: apples, Cuties/mandarins, navel oranges, bananas, pears, and peaches
- Bulk canisters of lemonade/pink lemonade powdered drink mix
- Bulk canisters of Kool-Aid powdered drink mix
- Boxes of individual packets of instant powdered hot cocoa (made with hot water)
- Assorted packages of individually wrapped hot tea bags
- Disposable 10 oz. bowls
Linens & Bedding
At this time, we are not taking blankets that have knots tied around the perimeter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our website and social media are the best places to see what items we need most. You can also call or email Jeff Conner, our Development Officer, if you have questions about current items or a certain item you’d like to donate. Jeff can be reached at jeff.conner@steppingstoneeh.org or (763) 370-5744.
Monday 2pm-6pm
Tuesday 11am-4pm
Thursday 11am-4pm
3rd Saturday of the Month 9am-2pm
If you cannot make it during one of these times, please contact Jeff Conner by email at jeff.conner@steppingstoneeh.org to schedule your drop off.
Yes and no. Yes, you may drop off religious information. It will only be displayed at the director’s discretion and if space permits. No, you may not drop off political literature. Stepping Stone’s policies forbid the display of any partisan political information.
Our Mission
Support individuals 18 and over who are experiencing homelessness by accelerating the growth of available shelter that brings education and solutions to our homeless response.
Our Vision
Provide a safe and inclusive community response to ending homelessness for all.
Our Guiding Principles & Values
–Empower individuals to change their lives
-Treat all with dignity and respect
–Collaborate with partners in providing services
-Ensure strong stewardship in managing resources