How to Support F&CS Programs this Holiday Season

Giving Tuesday kicks off the season of giving. Below is a list of F&CS programs’ biggest needs this holiday season. You can also always donate to F&CS or one of its programs here. 

COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS

What We Need

Volunteers to mentor children for 6 hours every month, with a one-year volunteering commitment. 

Or you can give monetarily using this link. 

What We Need

We are currently in need of the following food donations: 

  • Cranberry sauce
  • Canned sweet potatoes
  • Canned turkey gravy
  • Stove Top stuffing mix
  • Cooking oil
  • Mayonnaise
  • Butter
  • Celery
  • White potatoes
  • Onions
  • Eggs
  • Sweet relish
  • Brownie mix
  • Turkey
  • Green beans
  • Corn
  • Corned bread mix
  • Broth
  • Cream mushroom
  • Elbow macaroni
  • Pie

Or you can support us monetarily by giving here. 

What We Need

We rely mainly on community support so please consider donating to our program here. 

We are also always in need of the following supplies:

  • School supplies
  • Toiletries
  • Cleaning supplies

What We Need

We are currently in need of the following donations:

  • Paper plates (small and large)
  • Bingo prizes
  • Styrofoam bowls
  • Napkins
  • Coffee stirrers
  • Powdered coffee creamer
  • Sugar
  • Gift cards
  • AA and AAA batteries

You can also support our program by donating online here. 

How to Donate

We accept donations Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm on the first floor at 705 Oakwood Street in Ravenna. 

What We Need

We are currently in need of the following donations: 

  • Lotions
  • Crossword puzzles
  • Razors
  • Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Alarm clocks
  • Playing cards
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Markers
  • Colored pencils
  • Utensils
  • Batteries
  • Slippers
  • Socks
  • Gloves
  • Blankets
  • New clothing
  • Towels
  • Pajamas

You can also support us by donating online using this link. 

What We Need

We rely mainly on community support so please consider donating to our program here. 

We are also always in need of the following supplies:

  • School supplies
  • Toiletries
  • Cleaning supplies

What We Need

  • Durable paper plates (Dinner and salad)
  • Bowls 
  • Plastic cups (12 or 18 oz) 
  • Napkins 
  • Plastic silverware 
  • Gift cards for food for events

Or you can support us by giving online here. 

FOOD AND CLOTHING PROGRAMS

  • What We Need
  • Volunteers in the kitchen for Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 am -12:30 pm
  • Volunteers in the pantry for Monday and Friday afternoons from 11:45 am – 2:30 pm
  • Food items
  • Gently used coffee cups
  • Dish rags
  • Oven mitts
  • Paper towels

We are requesting support for our Hope for the Holidays program. We are in need of the following donations by December 13th:

  • $15 gift cards for local grocery stores
  • Toys for children ages 0 to 13

You can also donate online here.

How To Donate 

You can mail or drop off donations to the Center of Hope (1081 W Main Street, Ravenna, OH 44266) Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm.

What We Need

We are always collecting brand new items for our Santa’s closet. It could be something as small as a new candle, nail clipper set, a piece of new jewelry, new fashion scarf, new blanket or throw. Anything that would work as a gift for any age male or female to give or receive. We usually struggle with ideas for men’s gifts.

You can also support our mission by donating online here. 

How To Donate

Please call 330-296-0503 to set up an appointment time to drop off.

What We Need

We are requesting support for our Hope for the Holidays program. We are in need of the following donations by December 13th:

  • Non-perishable food items, specifically Jello, stuffing, rice or pasta, boxed potatoes, apple sauce, soup, cranberry sauce, cake or muffin mix, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned sweet potatoes, canned pumpkin
  • $15 grocery store gift cards,
  • $20-$25 unwrapped toys for ages infant to 13

You can also donate online here.

How To Donate 

You can mail or drop off donations to Kent Social Services (1066 S Water Street, Kent, OH 44240) Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm.

What We Need

  • Dog or cat toys
  • Dog or cat treats

How To Donate 

New, unwrapped toys and treats can be dropped off at the Center of Hope (1081 W Main St, Ravenna), Kent Social Services (1066 S Water St, Kent), Portage Insurance (202 S Meridian, Ravenna), or Brimfield Insurance (1204 Tallmadge Rd, Brimfield).

What We Need

We need donations for our holiday Adopt-A-Senior program. This holiday season we are hoping to provide seniors with the following donations: 

  • New toothbrush and toothpaste
  • A new pair of socks
  • Holiday coffee mug
  • A new pair of gloves
  • Lap blanket
  • A candy cane or sweet treat
  • Holiday cards with well wishes

Or you can make a monetary donation, which we will use to purchase the above items, here. 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAMS

What We Need 

  • Volunteers! 
  • Items for our welcome baskets: brushes, combs, multi-cultural hair care products, hygiene products, towels, robes, and self-care and beauty products
  • New clothing (all sizes for kids and adults needed): pajama and sweat sets, shirts/pants, underwear, bras, socks, shoes, winter basics 
  • Baking items: flour, sugar, baking soda, oil, etc. 
  • Quick meals (canned or boxed)
  • Snacks
  • Drink mixes 
  • Bottled water 
  • Meats & produce 
  • Gift cards and gas cards
  • Cleaning products: all-purpose wipes and sprays, dish soap, sponges, laundry detergent, bleach
  • Trash cans with lids (big and small sizes)
  • New twin and full bedding 
  • Pillows
  • Waterproof mattress covers 
  • Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, etc.) 
  • Dish and silverware sets 
  • New baby items: car seat, pack ‘n’ play, bassinet

You can also donate online by using this link. 

How to Donate

Call us at 330-673-2500 for questions or to schedule a drop off.

What We Need 

One of the places you can find the Someplace Safe / Solace Center Giving Tree is at Urban Tap Warren Ohio. Help to make someone’s holiday a little brighter by picking up a tag today

Hues Hair Lab: The Angel tree is up! Here’s how it works: You can choose a tag and either donate a target giftcard or the gift for the little one written inside. Either option is great!We are asking that people also consider donating “comfy” items for the mommas (robes, jammies, cozy slippers, fluffy blankets) as they need love too! All donations need to be turned in by Saturday December 14th!

You can also purchase tickets at a later time for our upcoming Dinner & Desserts event in March. Stay up to date with registration by signing up for our mailing list here.

We are also in need of monetary donations. You can support our mission by donating via this link.

How to Donate 

Donations can be dropped off at 1370 Tod Ave. NW, Warren, OH 44485.

HOUSING PROGRAMS

What We Need

  • Gloves
  • New tents and sleeping bags. Please note that we cannot accept used items.
  • Monetary donations. You can donate using this link. 

What We Need 

We rely on community support to run our program. Please consider donating to support Miller Community House using this link. 
Our current donation needs are:

  • Laundry pods
  • Bath towels
  • Full-size sheets
  • Pillows
  • Menstrual products
  • Diapers
  • Plastic bins & totes
  • Full-size shampoo bottles 
  • Body soap

What We Need 

  • Gift cards
  • Snacks
  • Hats
  • Socks
  • Paper products
  • Kitchen garbage bags
  • Laundry detergent

Or you can donate to Next Step online using this link. 

The Kent State Bookstore is hosting a “Giving Tree,” where each ornament is a book that can be bought for a child in transitional housing. Donations can be made at the bookstore until the end of finals week.

VETERANS PROGRAMS

What We Need 

We are always in need of physical and monetary donations. Our current donation needs are:

  • New pots and pans for veterans moving into permanent housing 
  • Towels 
  • Twin XL sheets 
  • Pillows 
  • Coffee, sugar, and creamer
  • Your used vehicle so veterans can transport themselves to appointments

Or you can support us monetarily by giving here. 

If you are interested in volunteering, we are in need of volunteers to transport clients to job opportunities, medical appointments, and recreational activities. We also need volunteers at our front desk to help answer phones, file paperwork, and do other administrative tasks. 

What We Need

We are always in need of volunteers and donations. 

We are currently in need of volunteers to drive clients to job opportunities, medical appointments, and recreational activities. We also need volunteers to assist at our front desk by answering phones, filing paperwork, and other administrative tasks. 

You can also assist our veterans by donating any of the following items: 

  • Towels, pillows, twin XL sheets, coffee, sugar, and creamer 
  • New pots and pans for veterans moving into permanent housing 
  • Used vehicles for veterans to transport themselves to appointments 
  • Monetary gifts to help feed veterans or provide needed supplies

We are also in need of monetary donations to help feed veterans and provide needed supplies. You can give by using this link. 

What We Need

We are in need of the following:

  • VS/Mastercard gift cards
  • Misc. gift cards
  • Food items
  • Bath towels and washcloths
  • Twin XL size sheet sets and comforter sets
  • Shower sandals
  • Bluetooth headphones
  • Male/female body wash, shampoo, conditioner
  • Male/female deodorant
  • Paper products and disposable utensils
  • Cleaning supplies and laundry detergent
  • Alarm clocks 
  • Personal umbrellas  
  • Laundry bags/hampers (for dirty laundry) 
  • Calendars & planners 
  • Men’s winter coats (all sizes) 
  • Large and XL plain men’s T-shirts (any colors)
  • Men’s sweatpants (M,L, and XL, any colors)
  • Men’s Jeans (especially 30 to 40 waist) 
  • Men’s ankle socks 
  • Nail clippers
  • Bikes
  • Board games
  • Fishing poles/tackle gear

You can also give monetarily using this link.

What We Need 

We are currently in need of volunteers to drive clients to job opportunities, medical appointments, and recreational activities. We also need volunteers to assist at our front desk by answering phones, filing paperwork, and other administrative tasks. 

You can also assist our veterans by donating any of the following items: 

  • Towels, pillows, twin XL sheets, coffee, sugar, and creamer 
  • New pots and pans for veterans moving into permanent housing 
  • Used vehicles for veterans to transport themselves to appointments 

 We are also in need of monetary gifts to help feed veterans or to help provide needed supplies. You can donate online using this link. 

What We Need

We are always in need of gift cards for food, gas, and household items to provide to our veterans. You can also support the program with an online donation using this link. 

What We Need 

  • Paper products
  • Paper towel
  • Toilet paper
  • Plates
  • Toiletries
  • Underwear
  • T-shirts
  • Socks
  • Gift cards
  • Entertainment tickets
    • Movies
    • Concerts
    • Sports events
  • Trimmers
  • Razors
  • House shoes
  • Ropes
  • Bath towels
  • Wash cloths
  • XL Twin bedding

How to Donate 

You can donate online using this link.

Drop off donations at: 2611 Homestead Ave Youngstown, OH 44502

VOLUNTEER-BASED PROGRAMS

What We Need

Volunteers! Foster Grandparents is looking for individuals who want to give back to their community. To learn more about how you can get involved, contact us today at 330-261-2631. 

You can also support us monetarily by giving here. 

What We Need 

Volunteers! RSVP is looking for individuals who are interested in helping their communities. To learn more about how you can get involved with RSVP, contact us today at 330-393-6446 ext 1.

You can also donate online to support our program here. 

What We Need 

Volunteers! Senior Companion Program is looking for individuals who want to give back to their community. To learn more about how you can get involved, contact us today at 330-261-2631.

If you would like to support our program monetarily, you can make a donation using this link. 

What We Need

You can support our mission by donating online using this link. 

What We Need

Volunteers! VISTA is looking for individuals who meet the criteria above to join our program. To learn more about how you can get become a VISTA, contact us today at 330-480-0352 ext 3.