United Way Gifts In Kind accepts both new and gently used items. “Gently used” items are not damaged or in need of repair, and have a minimum remaining lifespan of two years. The best way to think about something being “gently used” is if you would feel comfortable giving to a friend or family member.

We encourage contributions of the items listed below, as these are the items most needed by area nonprofits. Note: We also welcome other types of donated goods as well as gift cards from Office Depot, Office Max, H-E-B, Wal-Mart,Target, and Staples.

Office Supplies

• Copy Paper (white 8 1/2 X 11; color 8 1/2 X 11)
• Computer Software (Microsoft Office)
• Toner cartridges (fax and copier)
• Printer ink cartridges
• Three ring plastic binders
• Children’s books (0-18 years)
• Pens

Office Equipment

• Desktop and Laptop Computers
• Digital Cameras
• Copiers (large capacity)
• Printers
• Computer accessories (mice, power strips, keyboards, etc.)

Household/Hygiene Products

• Bulk office kitchen items (cups, paper products, coffee stirrers, plastic utensils, napkins, plates, creamer, etc.)
• Shelter Items (soaps, detergents, baby wipes, diapers, shampoo & conditioners, razors, feminine hygiene products, deodorants, toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, etc.)
• Cleaning items (all purpose cleaners, bleach, rags, disinfectant wipes, antibacterial gels, etc.; these items must be in new, unopened and in original containers; non-chemical based cleaners also accepted)

If you are interested in contributing goods or coordinating a donation drive at your company, please contact Iris Graebner at (512) 225-0367 or iris.graebner@unitedwaycapitalarea.org

Gifts In Kind Member Spring Wish List:

• The Austin Bat Cave is in need of one digital camera and 50 marble notebooks for youth after school and upcoming summer creative writing programming. For more information please call 512-673-3681.
• Austin Habitat for Humanity is seeking 50 all purpose fire extinguishers (6 pounds or more) to distribute to increase fire safety in family homes. For details please call 512-472-8788 X 211.
• CASA of Central Texas, Inc. is one color printer to assist in training volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in the court system. Please call 512-392-3578 for more information.
• The Cipher- Austin’s Hip Hop Project is in need of snacks for youth (2 times a week) along with 25 Cap Metro bus passes for youth written and spoken word summer programming. Please call 512-917-2741 for details.
• New Life Temple is in need of 50-75 Children’s books along with First Aid supplies for after school and summer youth programs in East Austin community. Please call 512-926-6220
• Texas Parent to Parent is seeking 200 – 300 conference type bags for upcoming statewide conference benefitting parents and caregivers of children and young adults with disabilities. For additional information please call 512-458-8600
• YouthLaunch is in need of 8 large coolers and Rubber maid tubs/containers for storing and transporting produce for a new youth farming program in east Austin. Please call 512-342-0424 for more information.
  

To contribute to United Way Gifts In Kind and its member agencies, please contact Iris Graebner, Gifts In Kind Coordinator at 512-225-0367 or iris.graebner@unitedwaycapitalarea.org.