Opportunities From: United Way of Central Iowa

Volunteer: Donate to support Black women survivors and co-survivors

We'd love to tell you that it isn't harder for Black women dealing with and recovering after domestic violence (DV); unfortunately, it is. The biggest, most expensive needs we've identified are as follows: 

Rent/mortgage  Deposits for rent/moving costs/emergency housing  Utilities Gas Childcare

We are a 501(c)3 so your donations are tax deductible; we always provide IRS-compliant receipts. We have 2 ways you can give as an individual, and monthly/annual giving available for organizations. To see more about the programs with which we have been able to assist over 50 families so far, click here

We thank you in advance for your support of this mission. Donate today by clicking here

Organization: Courageous Access

We'd love to tell you that it isn't harder for Black women dealing with and recovering after domestic violence (DV); unfortunately, it is. The biggest, most expensive needs we've identified are as follows: 

Rent/mortgage  Deposits for rent/moving costs/emergency housing  Utilities Gas Childcare

We are a 501(c)3 so your donations are tax deductible; we always provide IRS-compliant receipts. We have 2 ways you can give as an individual, and monthly/annual giving available for organizations. To see more about the programs with which we have been able to assist over 50 families so far, click here

We thank you in advance for your support of this mission. Donate today by clicking here

Organization: Courageous Access

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50317

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Create Change with Clean Clothes

Clean clothing is a basic human need, not a luxury. At the YSHC, we do have an on-site laundry facility; however, many of our folks, because of transportation or financial barriers, are unable to supply the quarters needed for a load of laundry. We are grateful for the community support we have received in regards to laundry supplies, providing us with ample laundry pods and dryer sheets for laundry kits; however, many folks are unable to use these supplies due to not having the quarters needed for a wash and a dry. One load of laundry is equal to eleven quarters and our dream is that each residents will have access to a laundry kit (twelve quarters, a laundry pod and a dryer sheet) when in need. Would you consider holding a spare change drive at your work, with your friends and neighbors, or reaching out to your children’s sports team or school? Spare change and all other donations can be dropped off anytime between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Please Contact Nicholas.drahozal@dmymca.org if you have any questions!

 

Organization: YMCA of Greater Des Moines - Supportive Housing Campus

Clean clothing is a basic human need, not a luxury. At the YSHC, we do have an on-site laundry facility; however, many of our folks, because of transportation or financial barriers, are unable to supply the quarters needed for a load of laundry. We are grateful for the community support we have received in regards to laundry supplies, providing us with ample laundry pods and dryer sheets for laundry kits; however, many folks are unable to use these supplies due to not having the quarters needed for a wash and a dry. One load of laundry is equal to eleven quarters and our dream is that each residents will have access to a laundry kit (twelve quarters, a laundry pod and a dryer sheet) when in need. Would you consider holding a spare change drive at your work, with your friends and neighbors, or reaching out to your children’s sports team or school? Spare change and all other donations can be dropped off anytime between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Please Contact Nicholas.drahozal@dmymca.org if you have any questions!

 

Organization: YMCA of Greater Des Moines - Supportive Housing Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50309

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donation Drive

 Get together with your friends, neighbors or co-workers to throw a pantry or hygiene drive for our 149 residents! For inspiration and ideas for as to what is needed most in our home, check out our amazon wish list at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PP32L4CYOWD3?ref_=wl_share

Donations can be dropped off anytime Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays. 

Please Contact Nicholas.drahozal@dmymca.org if you have any questions!

Organization: YMCA of Greater Des Moines - Supportive Housing Campus

 Get together with your friends, neighbors or co-workers to throw a pantry or hygiene drive for our 149 residents! For inspiration and ideas for as to what is needed most in our home, check out our amazon wish list at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PP32L4CYOWD3?ref_=wl_share

Donations can be dropped off anytime Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays. 

Please Contact Nicholas.drahozal@dmymca.org if you have any questions!

Organization: YMCA of Greater Des Moines - Supportive Housing Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50309

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Children & Families of Iowa (Des Moines): In-kind Needs

Children & Families of Iowa is in need of the following items

Hand sanitizer, full or travel size Facial tissue, paper towels, cleaning products Lysol or similar disinfectant spray Bedding for twin size beds Pillows Suitcases, duffle bags New - coats, hats, mittens or gloves

At this time in-kind donations are accepted by appointment only. Monetary gifts can be made online or through the postal service. Please contact the Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa via email volunteer@CFIowa.org to make an appointment.

Mailing Address:
Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa
1111 University Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

Organization: Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa

Children & Families of Iowa is in need of the following items

Hand sanitizer, full or travel size Facial tissue, paper towels, cleaning products Lysol or similar disinfectant spray Bedding for twin size beds Pillows Suitcases, duffle bags New - coats, hats, mittens or gloves

At this time in-kind donations are accepted by appointment only. Monetary gifts can be made online or through the postal service. Please contact the Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa via email volunteer@CFIowa.org to make an appointment.

Mailing Address:
Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa
1111 University Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

Organization: Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50314

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Run a Hygiene Drive for Des Moines Public Schools

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

 

Contact Jen Stadler at 515-242-8394 or jennifer.stalder@dmschools.org for more information or to plan your delivery. 

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

 

Contact Jen Stadler at 515-242-8394 or jennifer.stalder@dmschools.org for more information or to plan your delivery. 

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Run a Hygiene Drive for Carlisle Schools

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50047

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Run a Hygiene Drive for Perry Schools

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50220

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Run a Hygiene Drive for Saydel Schools

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Hygiene poverty can reduce student attendance

Hygiene Drive Guide

Every child deserves access to hygiene supplies. Hygiene poverty is defined as an inability to afford everyday hygiene products, such as shampoo, toilet paper, grooming products, dish soap, etc.  While the root of hygiene poverty is the lack of access to basic toiletries, its effects are made much worse by  “hygiene shaming”. If the shame a child feels because they can’t afford to be clean is not bad enough, the shame and distress piled on top by insensitive peers can have a terrible impact, not just on their ability to learn but on their entire mental wellbeing. Hardships can include:

Inability to take a shower with shampoo, conditioner, and soap Using an old toothbrush or not having toothpaste Cleaning clothes less often (or with water only) due to lack of laundry detergent Fear of leaving home during your period because your makeshift solutions leak and could embarrass you

 There is a never-ending need for these supplies, so set a goal that seems reasonable for your team.

Shampoo Conditioner Soap Toothbrushes Toothpaste Deodorant Laundry detergent Hair products Feminine hygiene products Floss Face wash/acne cream

Organization: United Way of Central Iowa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50313

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: House of Mercy Child Development Center: Donations Needed

House of Mercy Child Care Center is in need of:

Hand Sanitizer Soft tissues for little noses and sneezes

If you have items to donate please email Andy Smith at ASmith2@mercydesmoines.org or call 515-643-6545.

Thank you for your support!

About House of Mercy Child Development Center:

John R. Grubb/House of Mercy Child Development Center is a licensed and nationally accredited (NAEYC) childcare facility, serving the children of House of Mercy’s residential clients. The Center serves children age six-weeks old through school age. 

Organization: House Of Mercy

House of Mercy Child Care Center is in need of:

Hand Sanitizer Soft tissues for little noses and sneezes

If you have items to donate please email Andy Smith at ASmith2@mercydesmoines.org or call 515-643-6545.

Thank you for your support!

About House of Mercy Child Development Center:

John R. Grubb/House of Mercy Child Development Center is a licensed and nationally accredited (NAEYC) childcare facility, serving the children of House of Mercy’s residential clients. The Center serves children age six-weeks old through school age. 

Organization: House Of Mercy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50314

Allow Groups: No