Below are the current needs of our clients, along with a list of donations we are unable to accept at this time. Thank you for helping our clients experiencing homelessness, eviction and food insecurity!

If you are unsure whether we can accept your in-kind donation, please email us at info@shcinc.org or call 617-623-6111.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to limited storage space at our facilities, please do not drop off donation items without contacting and confirming with a member of our staff first.

Thank you!

Clients Living Outside

Amazon Engagement Center & Outreach Wishlist

  • Bottled water and gatorade
  • Individually packaged snacks
  • Electrolyte packets
  • Chapstick
  • Lotion
  • Deodorant
  • Body wipes & baby wipes
  • Travel-sized shampoo & conditioner
  • Men’s boxer briefs
  • Women’s underwear
  • Nail clippers
  • Portable chargers
  • Sturdy backpacks
  • Sleeping bags
  • Tents & tarps
  • Weatherproof gloves
  • Wool socks
  • Raincoats
  • Hand warmers
  • Winter coats
  • Winter boots
  • Winter hats 

See Our Full List of Client Needs Here! (Updated Regularly)

Project SOUP


All donations can be dropped off at Project SOUP
165 Broadway, Somerville, MA.

Project SOUP Amazon Wishlists (Updated Regularly)

  • Adult diapers
  • Baby Diapers (sizes 4,5,6)
  • Crackers
  • Condiments
  • Toothbrush
  • Shampoo & conditioner
  • Body wash & soap
  • Male/Female deodorant
  • Hand soap
  • Paper towels (individual or jumbo packs)
  • Cooking oil (any type)
  • Instant coffee
  • Tea bags
  • Toilet Paper
  • Margarine/butter

Click Here For More Staples You Can Donate To SOUP!

All donations must be unopened and unexpired.

Items We Cannot Accept

Due to limited space and a surplus of supplies we are not accepting the following donations:

  • Certain clothing
  • Shoes
  • Pillows
  • Toys
  • School supplies
  • Books

You can contact Second Chances or More Than Words for book and clothing donations.