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How to give supplies

Purchase urgently needed items from the lists below and review our donation quality standards.

Simpson Housing does not operate like a large scale thrift store and only the items on our urgent needs list will be accepted. We reserve the right to refuse donations that are not on our list of urgent needs.

All donation drop-offs must be scheduled in advance using our appointment tool below. Donations delivered without an appointment will not be accepted.

Schedule a delivery appointment

In-person donations can only be accepted during scheduled drop-off appointments. The scheduling forms are linked below. You can drop off your donation at one of two locations:

Note: It’s generally most convenient for us to accept supplies intended for the shelter at the shelter and supplies intended for the housing programs at the office, but we can accept these at either location.

For help scheduling a drop-off, contact Katelyn at kjaksha@old.simpsonhousing.org.

Shipping a donation

If you prefer to ship your donation, donations should be sent to the address below. Many items can be purchased online and sent directly to us. See links in the list for where to buy and to our Amazon charity lists. Please do not send anything other than the items on our list.

If you have sent items to us, please fill out our online form here.

Simpson Housing Services
Attn: Katelyn Jaksha
160 Glenwood Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Urgent needs for the shelter:

  • Towels and facecloths
  • Men’s boxers – all sizes
  • Men’s t-shirts – all sizes
  • Women’s bras – all sizes
  • Women’s briefs – sizes 5, 6, 7, and 8
  • Women’s white crew socks
  • Women’s ankle socks
  • Personal size shampoo, conditioner, soap, and body wash
  • Textured hair products
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrushes
  • Deodorant
  • Shaving cream
  • Razors
  • Shower shoes men’s and women’s – all sizes
  • Vanity kits
  • Q-tips
  • Hair brushes
  • Personal size tissue packets

Urgent needs for all programs:

  • Cleaning supplies – all purpose cleaner, mops, sponges, etc.
  • Paper towels and toilet paper
  • New training underpants for toddlers

List updated 9.24.22

See this Amazon list for online purchases of these items.

Please note: We are still not accepting donations of sandwiches at this time. As the shelter remains open 24/7 with catered lunch service, we are not in need of sandwiches. We will update our website if this changes.

Donation Quality Standards

Items must meet the following standards: 

High-quality and in excellent working condition. 

Manufactured within the last 10 years, except where noted. 

Clean and freshly laundered, free of stains and pet hair. 

No rips, tears, holes, dents, or scratches. 

Toiletry items and food must be unopened and unexpired.

Where to donate used clothing, household appliances, and other items.

-If you are interested in donating clothing, please consider the Central Lutheran Free Store (seasonal items only).
– Donations of beds and some household furniture can be made to Bridging.
-For perishable items, please contact our catering partner, Provision Community Restaurant to see if they would be able to accept your donation.
-This resource list from Bridging also has information on a variety of organizations that accept donations including clothing, furniture, electronics, and more.