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The work to end homelessness requires basic needs items to help people experiencing homelessness on the journey back to housing. Once people become housed there are also critical items needed as people start to make their new place a home. Find out about ways to give below.

  • WELCOME HOME BASKETS

    Support people moving from homelessness into housing. When you’re starting with nothing, a basket full of essential items can make a new place feel like home and support long-term housing stability. Click here if you’re interested in sponsoring a Welcome Home Basket drive.

    Inventory List

  • BASIC NEEDS

    The Grand Traverse Basic Needs Coalition is a group of organizations working together to ensure people experiencing homelessness have access to basic needs while they are working to locate housing.

    Basic Needs Winter Needs List

  • DONATE USED ITEMS TO GOODWILL

    Goodwill Northern Michigan will graciously accept your used items at their donation centers. Items sold in thrift stores and online fund housing and food community programs.

    How to Donate to Goodwill