There are basic items that Briarpatch keeps on hand to support youth and young adults in our programs. You can help by purchasing items listed below and having items shipped directly to Briarpatch.
Briarpatch has two Amazon Lists containing the more urgent needs for our Street Outreach or Youth Shelter program. Your generous Amazon purchase will go directly to support individuals in those programs.
Currently, we are only accepting clothing items ordered from our Amazon Wishlist. No other clothing donation will be accepted at this time. Please feel free to check back here in the future or email us at the address below with any questions or concerns.
Every year, Briarpatch programs serve approximately 2,000 unduplicated youth. While cash donations are always appreciated, in-kind items are also accepted.
- Gloves
- Coats
- Boots
- Crocs in various sizes
- Athletic shoes in various sizes
- Bus passes, youth and adult
- Underwear, (new only, sizes XL – 3X only needed)
- T-shirts
- Hair products and styling tools (especially Cantu or Shea Moisture brands)
- Bike helmets
- Bike locks
- Gas cards
- Gift cards from any local retailer, including food, grocers and gas
- Sweat pants, larger sizes
- Sweat shirts, larger sizes
- Face wash
- Body wash
- Flip-flops (shower shoes)
- Small-sized foot powder
- Hand warmers
- Antibiotic cream
- Hard-shell suitcases/luggage
- Travel Duffel Bag
Briarpatch is a nonprofit organization that depends on contributions from donors in the community. All support we receive is greatly appreciated!
If you have questions regarding this list of items, please email contact@briarpatch.org.
