In Kind Donations

Covenant House California regularly accepts in-kind donations for our youth. We heavily rely on the kindness and commitment of companies, community businesses, and private donors to meet these needs that are often beyond our budget constraints. Please view our list of essential needs listed below.

For more information, please contact:

In Los Angeles:
Jody Turken, Manager of Stewardship and Donor Relations at (323) 461-3131, ext. 253.

In the Bay Area:
Sheri Shuster, Assistant Director of Development at (510) 379-1010 ext. 1004

Donations can be delivered at anytime to:
1325 N. Western Ave., Hollywood, CA 90027.
200 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94607.

Essential Needs

Food Items
We definitely accept food items. Extra caution should be taken with perishable goods. They must be at their proper temperatures when delivered to CHC to prevent food poisoning.

Personal Hygiene Products
Shampoo, conditioner, bath soaps, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant sticks, shaving creme, disposable razors, skin lotion, foot powder, sunburn and lip remedies, combs, brushes, feminine hygiene items, hair grease, hair gel, etc.

Business Attire for Job Interviews/Employment
Suits, blouses, skirts, dresses for Female youth
(all sizes for older teens)
Suits, jackets, dress shirts, pants, ties, and belts for Male youth
(all sizes for older teens)

Footwear
Dark dress socks, white cotton athletic socks, panty hose (M-Queen), tennis shoes, dress shoes
Average size for Female youth: 7-12;
Average size for Male youth: 8-12

New Undergarments
Panties, bras, slips for Female youth
(all sizes, including 1X,2X,3X)
Briefs and boxers for Male youth
(all sizes, including 1X,2X,3X)

Casual Attire
Jeans, trousers, shorts, t-shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, sweatpants, jackets, jogging suits
(sizes small to especially extra-large: 1X,2X,3X)

Accessories
Umbrellas, raincoats, wash cloths, large bath towels, hair ties, scrunchies, barrettes, clips, curling irons, blow dryers

Educational, Recreational, or Cultural Materials
Backpacks, school supplies, educational books, arts and crafts supplies

Cleaning/Household Supplies
Detergent, bleach, all-purpose cleaners, sponges, powdered cleansers, cleaning cloths, fabric softeners

NOTE: We do not accept computers and other computer-related equipment older than year 2009; used pots, pans, and other used kitchen utensils; used mattresses, used blankets, used towels and other used linens; any clothing inappropriate for our youth.