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The Boulder Shelter for the Homeless

Wish List

Donate InKind

Thank you for your donations that help us provide clean, comfortable shelter for our residents.

Wish List
Following is an up-to-date list of most needed items at the Shelter for the 2009-2010 Winter Sheltering season.

Toiletries
Travel size toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, bath soap, deodorant) disposable razors, shaving cream, toothbrushes, feminine hygiene products, kleenex, Q-tips, sunblock

Over The Counter Medication
Ibuprofen, Tylenol, aspirin, cough drops/cough syrup/cold medication (without alcohol), vitamins (multi, C, E, fish oil), band aids, antacid

Staying Warm
Sleeping bags
Hats & gloves (warm, winter), socks (long, winter), large-size winter jackets, winter boots (adult sizes)
Camping equipment:  sleeping pads, tents, large backpacks

Regarding clothing donations:  Due to very limited storage space, the Shelter accepts only good quality, adult-sized (large and extra-large) winter outerwear (coats, socks, hats, gloves). For other clothing donations we suggest Ares Thrift Shop (303-444-8088) or The Deacons’ Closet (303-442-3523).

Food 
Pancake mix
Ketchup
Cinnamon 
Jelly
Coffee
Sugar
Oatmeal
Bowls
Metal spoons, forks, knives

Call Alex, Kitchen Manager, at 303.468.4325 for more information about kitchen/food needs.

Transportation
RTD light rail passes, bus tokens

Linens
Twin fitted bed sheets, pillow cases, blankets

Other
Toilet paper, upright vacuum cleaners, DVD & VCR players

Please note:

  • The Shelter is closed - and unable to receive donations -  from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm daily. 
  • The best time to drop off donations is between 8:00 am and 10:00 am, seven days a week.  The next best time to drop off donations is between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm, seven days a week.  Please bring donations to the west facing door on the north end of the Shelter, 4869 North Broadway. View a map.
  • For other questions about inkind donations, please call 303.468.4323, or email mike@bouldershelter.org.

 

 

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