The YWCA of Rochester and Monroe County has been a beacon of help and hope for local women and families since 1883. Today, our programs focus on providing support for pregnant and parenting teens and their babies, and on offering a continuum of housing for women in need of all ages and family situations.
Wish List
Because of limited storage, we regret that we can accept only NEW items. Please call to make arrangements before dropping off donations.
- Adopt-A-Family donors ( individuals or groups) to donate holiday gift items for women and children: 1 to 3 gifts for each "adopted" family member
- baby and toddler items: diapers, baby wipes, clothing and PJs for infants and children sizes newborn to 5T; diaper bags, strollers, high chairs, baby carriers, car seats, bassinets, cribs
- baby bedding: crib rails, crib sheets, bassinet sheets
- bedding and towels: twin-size sheet sets, comforters, blankets, and mattress pads; bath towels, washcloths
- children's toys, books, coloring books, crayons, games
- first-aid kits
- gift certificates: grocery stores, shoe stores, maternity stores, book stores, movie theaters, live performances, children's museums, etc.
- household items: pots, pans, dish sets, cutting boards, commercial-grade frying pans
- infant formula (all varieties - unexpired, please)
- personal hygiene items: soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, conditioner, lotions, shower gel, razors, feminine hygiene products (Please, NO mouthwashes or medicines such as Tylenol, etc.)
- pocket/day planners and wall calendars
- powdered laundry detergents
- school supplies: 3-ring binders, spiral notebooks, pencils, colored pencils, notebook dividers, backpacks, calculators, loose-leaf paper
- smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- tickets to athletic events, circus, concerts, etc.
- used cell phones to recycle as part of a national fundraising program
- women's clothing: unopened packages of socks and women’s underwear (all sizes), large night gowns, slippers
Volunteers Needed
Please call
or visit our web site (
www.ywcarochester.org)
for more information about current volunteer opportunities.