needed items

Please check the Needed Items list before gathering or shopping for items. We require that donated items be NEW (see list for exceptions). Drop off your donation at our loading dock, tax receipts available.

Shop at Amazon for items needed by our families and have your donation delivered directly to our shelter, or use this list for examples of items to buy at any store.

Drop-off hours
Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:30pm
Saturday 1:00pm–3:30pm
Drop-off location
People Serving People loading dock
614 3rd St S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
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Please drop off your donations at our loading dock. Check our Items Needed & Items Not Accepted lists before gathering your items. Complete our Online Donation Form to register your donation. Pick up your donation tax receipt during drop-off.

Please refrain from donating items on this list so our storage can be used for items families need most. Items on this list will be turned away at the door.

You can volunteer with your work group, faith community, friends, or more at a time and location that’s convenient for your group.

We invite you to consider hosting a donation drive. Offsite drives at a location convenient for you are easy ways to make an immediate impact, benefiting guest families of People Serving People.