Volunteer and Donation Needs - Relationship Safety Alliance

Individuals, community groups, and businesses can support victims of domestic violence by donating materials or volunteering. Available volunteer positions range from court advocacy to roles in maintenance, mentorship, office assistance, public speaking, reception and transportation support.All items should be new or gently used.Bedding and Household Items:- Standard size pillows- Twin blankets- Twin Bedding- Towels and wash cloths- Cooking utensils- Pots and pans- Cookie sheets- Toilet paper- Paper towels- Air mattressesInfants and Toddlers:- Baby teething rings, pacifiers, bottles, bibs - Diapers, sizes 4, 5, and 6- Pull-ups- Disposable wipes- Baby bottles- Baby Monitors- Baby formula- Pedialyte- Clothes- Boys underwear- New Car SeatsChildren's enrichment center items: - Family board games - Card games (Uno, playing cards, memory, etc.)- Barbies, baby dolls, Infant toys, dump trucks- Art supplies (paints, brushes, colored pencils, glitter, stencils, markers)- Office paper, colored construction paper, butcher paper- Combined easel/chalkboard- School suppliesTransitional clients moving out: - Hangers- Kitchen mat- Soap dispenser- Dishes- Cups/mugs- Silverware- Pots/pans- Coffee maker- Microwave- Toaster- Blender- Can Opener- Peeler- Cutting boards/cutting mats- Toilet paper- Toilet brush- Plunger- Towels- Shower curtain- Cleaning supplies, mops, brooms- Curtain rings- Curtain liner- Wastebasket- Personal care itemsPet Supplies:- Dog collars- Dog and cat harnesses- Dog and cat food/treats- Dog and cat grooming combs/brushes- Litterbox liners- Cat litterOther Items: - Large bottles of shampoo, soap, face wash- Band aids- Hair products for women of color- Feminine hygiene products- Bus Tokens (Dial-A-Ride)- Gift cards for gas, retail stores, or groceries- Books (adult and child)- Paint By Number (for adults and children)- Ladies business attire- Ladies bathrobes- Household tool kits- Women's 1x pants, pajamas, hoodies- Women's tennis shoes & sandals size 8, 9, 10- File-type organizers- PlannersAll cell phones are accepted, including cell phones without chargers or accessories, and broken cell phones. If a phone can't be converted, it is recycled. To donate, simply drop off or mail cell phones to the Mid-Minnesota Women's Center

09/11/2025