Your Support Makes a Difference
Donating supplies to Simpson Housing Services is one of the most direct ways to support people experiencing homelessness. From personal care items and clothing essentials to household and food supplies, your donated items meet real, everyday needs for individuals and families working toward stability and housing.
Every item given is used with purpose—and when you donate what’s most needed, you’re creating dignity, comfort, and a stronger sense of home. Whether you’re giving on your own, organizing a drive, or contributing as a group, your support turns compassion into action.
To make sure your donated supplies get where they’re needed most, please schedule a drop-off in advance using the button below. Scheduling helps our team prepare, ensures donations are accepted at the right time and place, and allows us to serve guests more efficiently. Thank you for helping make every donation count.
Used Clothing, Household Appliances & Other Items
To donate used clothing, please consider Union Gospel Missionor Vine and Branches. Donations of beds and some household furniture can be made to Bridging and Reach & Restore.
Medical supplies can be directed to Mano a Mano. For perishable items, please contact your local food bank to see if they would be able to accept your donation.
Check the Bridging Donor Resource List for other organizations that accept other types of donations.
Purchasing Supplies for Simpson
At Simpson Housing Services, we’re intentional about the items we accept so every donation can be put to immediate, meaningful use. To best support our residents, we gladly accept items listed on the Urgently Needed Items tab that meet our quality standards listed below. At this time, we are only able to accept the specific clothing items identified on that list.
To ensure a smooth and efficient drop-off experience, all donations must be scheduled in advance using this link. Scheduled drop-offs help us prepare to receive your donation and get it into the hands of those who need it most.
Looking to give as a group? Group donations are a wonderful way to get involved with Simpson. Ongoing opportunities include organizing Welcome Home Baskets, collecting travel-sized hygiene items, and other targeted supply drives. If you’re interested in coordinating a donation drive, we’d love to hear from you—please contact us to get started.
Items must meet the following standards:
- High-quality and in excellent working condition.
- Manufactured within the last 10 years, except where noted.
- Clean and freshly laundered, free of stains and pet hair.
- No rips, tears, holes, dents, or scratches.
Clothing items must be new. Toiletry items and food must be unpoened and unexpired.
Urgent Shelter Needs- New Quality Items Only
List updated 04.23.2026
- New Men’s T-Shirts Sizes M, L, XL, XXL
- New Sports Bras, Sizes 34-40
- Textured Hair Products
- Personal Size Tissue Packs
- Hand Towls
- Face Cloths
- Women’s Briefs- Size 12
- Travel Size Conditioner
- Shower Shoes (Flip Flops or Slides)
Urgent Program Needs
List updated 03.12.2026
- Mops and Brooms
- Household Supplies: small trash cans, shower curtains, shower curtain rings, laundry soap, dish soap, laundry baskets
- Air Mattresses: Full and Queen size
- Diapers, sizes 3, 4, and 5
- Feminine Hygiene Products: tampons and pads
- Cleaning supplies: all-purpose cleaner, mops, sponges, etc.
- Paper towels and toilet paper
- Laundry Detergent
- Towels
- Full-Size Deodorant
Please note that you would like your donation to be part of the ‘All Programs’ need list.
Welcome Home Basket Supplies
Welcome Home Baskets provide household essentials for people moving into housing and the baskets turn housing into a home. This opportunity requires volunteers to purchase the requested materials, pack them, and deliver them. We can accept anywhere from 1 to 100 baskets. If you are interested in assembling Welcoming Home Baskets, please contact Katelyn Jaksha, Lead Volunteer Coordinator, for details.
We encourage you to shop locally and support black-owned businesses when purchasing supply items.
Sandwich-Making
We are accepting donations of sandwiches at this time. Please contact Aaron Ramos, Volunteer Engagement Manager, to schedule a time to assemble sandwiches at the shelter.
Donation Drop Off
In-person donations can only be accepted during scheduled drop-off appointments. Schedule a drop-off here. You can drop off your donation at the following locations:
Simpson Housing Services office: 160 Glenwood Avenue, Minneapolis
Emergency Shelter: 2740 1st Avenue S. Minneapolis, 55408 (available starting February 1, 2026)
Contact Katelyn Jaksha, Lead Volunteer Coordinator, with questions about scheduling a drop-off.
Shipping a Donation
If you prefer to ship your donation, donations should be sent to the address below. Please do not send anything other than the items on our list.
If you have sent items to us, please fill out our online form here.
Simpson Housing Services
Attn: Katelyn Jaksha
160 Glenwood Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 5540