Your in-kind donations make a direct impact on the lives of youth at Eva’s, helping them stay warm, comfortable, and prepared for new opportunities. Many young people arriving at Eva’s face the high costs of moving, setting up to live independently, and meeting their basic needs. 

Your donations ensure they have essential items to ease this transition and focus on building a brighter future. If you’re part of a community group, organization, or business, we invite you to explore donation drives and volunteer opportunities to support Eva’s ongoing needs. 

All items must be new and in their original packaging. Your generous donations help fulfill the following essential needs: 

• Gift Cards: Grocery, dollar stores, local shops, clothing stores, and transit cards 
• Winter Gear: Boots, jackets, socks, hats, mittens, and shoes to keep youth warm 
• Black Hair & Skin Care Products: Supporting the unique needs of our youth 
• Move-in Essentials: Kitchenware, cookware, towels, linens, bedding, and more to assist with independent living transitions 
• Passes & Tickets: Access to cultural, art, and sporting events, especially for groups of 10+ 
• Nut-Free Prepared Meals & Pantry Items: Fresh or frozen meals and ingredients to support our community kitchen and pantry 

For the full list of items currently accepted, please click here and out how you can make a difference. Note that we are unable to accept individual item drop-offs; instead, we encourage group donations or coordinated drives for efficiency. 

Items We Are Unable to Accept

To ensure our youth receive the best support possible, please avoid donating the following items: 

• Second-hand mattresses 
• Heavy, bulky items (e.g., large rugs, old wooden furniture) 
• Cell phones or outdated electronics 
• Medications and vitamins 
• Bikes 
• Used clothing