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.

Clients Living Outside

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

  • Hand Warmers
  • Ramen
  • Lightly Used Jackets (Larger sizes prefered)
  • Tuna packets
  • Crackers
  • Juice
  • Soda
  • Travel size hand sanitizer
  • Soup/pasta cups
  • Chips
  • Soft granola bars
  • Meat sticks
  • Fruit cups
  • Dried fruit (like raisins, apricots)
  • Baby wipes (normal size)
  • Mini cereal boxes
  • Men’s Underwear – large

Click here for a more detailed list!

Project SOUP

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

Current needs:

  • Baby wipes
  • Diapers
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Shampoo
  • Body Wash or Soap
  • Feminine products
  • Razors
  • Cooking oil (any type)
  • Instant coffee
  • Tea bags
  • Rice
  • Pasta
  • Gallons of juice (orange/apple)
  • Chips (all types)
  • Crackers (like wheat thins)
  • Juice boxes
  • Fruit cups
  • Apple sauce

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.