Baby Things

Clothes For Babies

Baby Clothes Needed for Underprivileged Newborns.

I have started a clothing drive in conjunction with the Social Services departments at various hospitalsin the Bay Area. Upon departure from the hospital, others under special circumstances will receive a boxof clothes to make her transition into motherhood a ittle easier.

I am seeking donations of used baby clothes, blankets, small toys, etc... (Newborn – 12 months). If you havetime to snap the onesies, it would save our volunteers ots of time. So far, over 2000 pounds of baby clotheshave been donated.

Cool Tops Cuts For Kids, has placed donation bins at their locations. http://www.coolcutsforkids.com

For more information contact, Lisa at: clothesForBabies@yahoo.com

Bay Area Crisis Nursery

Wondering what to do with the diapers left over when your child is potty trained, or the last containers of baby food or formula? Do you have piles of gently used clothes or toys that your child has outgrown? Bay Area Crisis Nursery is always in need of donations.

The purpose of the Bay Area Crisis Nursery is to prevent abuse and neglect of children by providing support to families who are in stress or crisis. Its primary service is providing a warm, loving, homelike environment for children from birth through five years of age by offering 24-hour residential care. The services are free, confidential, and voluntary.

• Baby food.
• Diapers (all sizes).
• Gently used clothes.
• Gently used toys. Soft toys only accepted with the tags still attached.
  
• Formula.
• Non-perishable foods (for the parent room).
• Wet wipes.

• Computers.
• Furniture.
• Used stuffed animals.

Drop-off hours are 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. at 1506 Mendocino Drive in Concord.

For more information call (925) 685-6633 (there is no need to call before you arrive) or click here .

Mary's House in San Pablo

It is a non-profit center helping women in crisis pregnancy (homeless or victims of domestic violence)18+ with babies get back on their feet. They allow the women to live at the home along with the children until the time the babies are 6 months old all the while providing tools for the women to re-enter society.

• Baby clothing. (Clean, without stains or tears or missing buttons.)
• Baby toys and gear. (Functioning properly.)
• Men's, women's, and children's clothing.
• Small household items.

For more information: 1850 Church Lane, San Pablo, (510) 236-0383, maryshouse@sbcglobal.net, or their website . 

Stuffed Animals for Oakland Children's Hospital

Do you have new or barely worn Beanie Babies you don't need any more? If
so, we have a wonderful donation opportunity for you. We are looking for
Beanie Babies or small stuffed animals that are new or like-new to
provide to the children at Oakland Children's Hospital.

Imagine the comfort a small, cuddly animal could provide to a child
overcome with fear upon entering the hospital. We make a tag for each
one that says "You are Special." The Chaplin at the hospital provides
the little animals to the Emergency Room and to children staying at the
hospital.

The Beanie Babies are delivered to the hospital every 3 months. We
welcome your donation. Questions: Please contact Celeste Johnson at
celes-@sbcglobal.net or by phone at 925-998-0211.

Books 

Friends of the Lafayette Library used book sales   

They accept books, records, music CDs, VHS videos, books on tape, etc.     

Donations can be brought to the Book Room on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 8-10 or during the sales. They can also be brought to the library and put in the barrel just inside the entrance, to the left.

 Clothes - Work

Wardrobe For Opportunity - Walnut Creek

Nonprofit group that provides clothing to low-income women and men for transition into the workforce. For more information, click here.

 Clothes - Maternity

Mary's House in San Pablo

It is a non-profit center helping women in crisis pregnancy (homeless or victims of domestic violence)18+ with babies get back on their feet. They allow the women to live at the home along with the children until the time the babies are 6 months old all the while providing tools for the women to re-enter society.

They accept maternity clothing, clean, without stains or tears or missing buttons.

For more information:1850 Church Lane, San Pablo, (510) 236-0383, maryshouse@sbcglobal.net, or their website .

 Clothes - Coats

One Warm Coat

SHELTERS, Inc. For more information, click here.

Computer Stuff and Electronics 

Electronic Waste Events November 2006 – January 2007

Below is a list of BART Stations in Contra Costa County that is participating in Electronic Waste Collection Events. Drop-off is FREE.  For more detailed information, please contact Universal Waste Management toll free at 1-888-832-9839.

• Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Walnut Creek Station. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Lafayette Station. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saturday, December 16, 2006 at Orinda Station. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 Examples of electronic waste that can be dropped off ( No household appliances, please):

• TVs.
• Computers: Systems, Computer monitors, Computer components (keyboards, mice, internet devices).
• Office Machines: Fax machines,Copy Machines,Printers and Scanners.
• Cell phones (batteries can be included).
• CDs (players & discs), DVDs, VCRs and MP3 Players.
• Video Games and Consoles.
• Household phones.

For more information, click here.

 Everything Else

Contra Costa Crisis Center

CCCC has twelve homeless shelters. They take everything but: television sets, microwave ovens, typewriters, telephones, kitchen appliances, exercise equipment, children's equipment (car seats, high chairs, playpens, cribs, etc.), window coverings (draperies or rods, blinds, shutters), or electric blankets.

Donated merchandise is accepted only during hours that the shop is open. It's a good idea to call first (925.930.9393) before bringing donations.

For more information, click here.

Harbor House Ministries

Harbor House is a community center located in the diverse and vibrant San Antonio community of Oakland.  For over 33 years we have worked with our community to create opportunities for individuals and families to become self-sufficient.

Their thrift store accepts

• Up-to-date, excellent-condition, ready-to-hang clothing welcome
• Accessories such as hats, jewelry, ties, belts
• Quality clothing ready to hang (larger sizes very welcome!)
• Belts, shoes, accessories
• Bed linens, towels

Donations for the Harbor House Programs

They offer practical opportunities that equip children and youths to grow academically, socially, and spiritually. Harbor House's youth programs are solidly founded on a respect for children and youths

• Children's recreational equipment and art supplies
• Computers: PC's with Pentium chips, Apple PowerMac computers or later
• Computer accessories and devices
• Printers: inkjet or laser
• Software: Microsoft Office 97, Windows 98, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Illustrator, Quark
• Other technical equipment: ethernet cables, CAT5 cables, routers (Help us access the Internet!)
• Kitchen equipment and supplies
• Office equipment and supplies
• Cars

For more information, click here .

HOPE SERVICES (free home pick up)

The funds allow HOPE to enhance and expand its services to people with developmental disabilities. Most importantly, the Foundation provides stability and support, ensuring that there will always be HOPE for people with special needs.

555 Parkmoor Ave San Jose, CA 95128.Call 1-866-636-6283 for free home pick up

For more information, click here.   

www.hopeservices.org/

Haven of Peace (free home pick up)

A Shelter for Abused Women and Children.

Call 1-888-524-7483 for free home pick up.

United Cancer Research Society (free home pick up)

3545 20th St Highland, CA 

Call 1-800-443-4224 for free home pick up

The Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF)

Thrift store in the Park N Shop mall in Concord.

The address is 1950 Market Street, Concord, and its tel. # is 685-0908.

The Community Concern for Cats (CC4C)

Their thift shop is Resqued Treasures.

Located at 190 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill, tel. 682-3201.

Food

Pantries In Contra Costa County

Donate Food

This holday season, look for our food collection barrels in all Safeway and Albertsons stores.

Donate Fresh Fruits and Vegetables from Your Garden.

Think of Us! Are you wondering what to do with all of your excess backyard fruit? Have you seen fruit going to waste on trees around your neighborhood? The Food Bank will gladly take any picked fruit that is in good condition.

If you are able to pick the fruit yourself, we urge you to bring it to the Food Bank in either location (Concord or Fairfield) or to a local agency or program in your area. Please call the Food Bank at (925) 676-7543 to receive a list of agencies who have signed up to accept produce. The food we have collected through this program allows us to provide fresh fruit to people who would otherwise go without.

For more information, click here .

Hair

Locks of Love

Locks of Love is a non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss. The prostheses we provide help to restore their self-esteem and their confidence, enabling them to face the world and their peers.

They accept 10" minimum hair length (tip to tip).
They need hair from men and women, young and old, all colors and races.

For further details on how to go about cutting, transporting and delivering the hair, click here .

Big Household Items 

Kitchen cabinets, bi-fold closet doors, oak railing, oak panel, kitchen appliances etc. You need to contact everyone on the list and they'll let you know if they have a need for your item or not.     

Bay Area Salvage Yards    

For more information, click here.

Urban Ore    

For more information, click here .

Contra Costa Reuse & Recycling Guide    

For more information, click here .

Recycling

Contra Costa County's Recycling Program Website

Contra Costa County's Green Building Program Website

Stuffed Animals 

Stuffed Animals for Oakland Children's Hospital

Do you have new or barely worn Beanie Babies you don't need any more? If
so, we have a wonderful donation opportunity for you. We are looking for
Beanie Babies or small stuffed animals that are new or like-new to
provide to the children at Oakland Children's Hospital.

Imagine the comfort a small, cuddly animal could provide to a child
overcome with fear upon entering the hospital. We make a tag for each
one that says "You are Special." The Chaplin at the hospital provides
the little animals to the Emergency Room and to children staying at the
hospital.

The Beanie Babies are delivered to the hospital every 3 months. We
welcome your donation. Questions: Please contact Celeste Johnson at
celes-@sbcglobal.net or by phone at 925-998-0211.