In-Kind Donations & Drives
Help us provide more than care.
In-kind donations of goods and services enhance the care that children, youth, and families receive across Casa de Amparo’s programs.
From everyday essentials and comfort items to donated services and special experiences, in-kind contributions can support participants’ dignity, confidence, well-being, and daily lives while creating opportunities for learning, connection, creativity, and celebration.
Because our needs change throughout the year, our current wish lists, donation guidelines, and other in-kind opportunities can help you find a meaningful way to support Casa.
For questions or coordinate an in-kind donation, please contact Michelle Barnett:
michellebarnett@casadeamparo.org or 760-290-4176
Donation Guidelines
We welcome new personal, household, hygiene, cleaning, and other everyday items, as well as gently used furniture and select household items that are clean, in excellent condition, and appropriate for apartment living.
Due to health, safety, and regulatory requirements, we cannot accept used mattresses or box springs, and some items have additional restrictions.
If you're unsure whether we can accept something, we're happy to help! Please contact Michelle Barnett: michellebarnett@casadeamparo.org
In-Kind Donation Drives
Want to collect items for Casa de Amparo? Individuals, businesses, schools, community groups, and others can support our programs by purchasing items from our current wish lists or organizing an in-kind donation drive.
Explore the wish lists and downloadable flyers below to find current needs and share them with your family, friends, coworkers, or community.
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Other Ways to Give In-Kind
Donate a Service
Individuals, businesses, and community organizations can support Casa by donating services that provide resources, experiences, and opportunities for program participants. These may include educational or financial literacy workshops, art and creative activities, health and wellness education and activities, personal care and beauty services, and other opportunities that align with participant interests and program needs.
Because needs and opportunities vary across our programs, please contact Michelle Barnett to share your idea so we can determine when it may be a good fit: michellebarnett@casadeamparo.org or 760-290-4176.
Donate an Auction Item
Each year, Casa de Amparo’s fundraising events bring our community together and raise critical funds to support our programs and services. Live and silent auctions are an important part of these events, with donated items and experiences helping generate additional support for Casa’s mission.
Individuals and businesses can donate gift certificates, experiences, merchandise, services, travel, dining, entertainment, and other items for Casa’s event auctions.
To donate an auction item or package, please contact Erin McKown at emckown@casadeamparo.org
Donate a Car
Turn your vehicle into an impactful donation! Through Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS), donated vehicles are converted into funds that support Casa’s programs and services.
To learn more or get started, call 855-500-RIDE (855-500-7433) or visit the CARS website today.
