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 [email protected] or call 617-623-6111.

For current needs for our food insecure clients, please visit our Food Assistance page.

Current Client Requests

All donations can be dropped off at our main office, located at 1 Davis Square Somerville, MA.

  • Wipes
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
    • Granola bars
    • Applesauce
    • Fruit cups
    • Mini cereal boxes
    • Nuts
    • Chips
    • Etc
  • Juice boxes
  • Gallon ziplock bags

Items We Do Not Currently Need

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

  • Winter clothing
  • Shoes
  • Blankets
  • Sleeping bags
  • Socks
  • Pillows
  • Toys
  • School supplies
  • Face Masks/Sanitation Supplies

You can contact Second Chances or More Than Words for book and clothing donations that we cannot accept.