Give back for blessings received!
Coeur d'Alene - a community of caring people!
OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE BACK ARE ALL AROUND US
Donations are always welcome - food, clothing, bedding, toys, bicycles, blood, firewood, construction materials, eyeglasses, hair locks, old vehicles/boats, electronics, school supplies, furniture - A to Z - the list goes on. What do you have to give?
TANGIBLE DONATIONS
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PO Box 791, Athol, ID 83801 | 208-610-4553
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Non-profit organization serves Athol, Bayview, Careywood & surrounding rural, underserved communities in North Idaho
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Provides basic essentials to help feed, clothe, clean, warm & shelter those in need
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Programs: ABC Food Bank, Blessing Bags, Family Assistance, Period Pouches/Packs, Young Hearts
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Young Hearts program supplies customized hygiene & household bags to Meals On Wheels individuals.
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Personal care products for men, women & children, feminine hygiene, household cleaners
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342 N Main St., Andover, MA 01810 | 877-650-3309
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Donate unwanted bridal gowns/dresses for the benefit of military, first responder & frontline healthcare worker brides-to-be
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Each year over 2,000 gowns are provided
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1350 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 | 208-667-1189
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A residential home for children who need a safe haven from abuse, neglect or a severe family crisis. Check website for monthly needs.
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CITY THRIFT (FOR WISHING STAR FOUNDATION)
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165 E. Appleway, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 | 208-268-8600
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"Wishing Star" fosters hope & special memories by granting wishes for children with terminal, life-threatening or medically complicated conditions, & by supporting their families.
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Clothing, shoes, jewelry, home decor, toys, housewares, books/DVDs, furniture & more would be appreciated.
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500 W. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99201 | 509-324-4000
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Donated coats are cleaned & distributed to children in Spokane & Coeur d'Alene areas. Program begins each year in September.
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Businesses can become "drop-off locations". KXLY provides a collection box, bags & promotional flyers for display.
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11650 N. Ramsey Rd., Hayden, ID 83835 | 208-772-4019
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Formerly Kootenai Humane Society
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KHS is a "no-kill" shelter.
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Website provides needs list for pet, shelter & office supplies.
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Thrift store at 916 N. 3rd St., Coeur d'Alene, accepts donations which help fund organization, as well as item sales.
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"Building a better community one cup at a time"
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31848 N. Fourth Ave., Spirit Lake, ID 83869
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PO Box 744, Spirit Lake, ID 83869
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817-228-5018 or email amy@cupofgrace.life
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Programs include - FREE weekly meals for Spirit Lake community, school clothing closets, summer weekend lunches/weekend bags, first responder "buddy bags" for children in traumatic situations, family assistance
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501 E. Wallace, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-777-4190
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Office & guest needs change frequently. Check website for current needs.
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Guides & supports families with children who need temporary food & shelter while seeking permanent employment & affordable housing.
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1212 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-765-4520
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4040 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls, ID 83854 | 208-773-6181
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Sales proceeds from donated items help people train for careers & get supporting services needed to be successful, including English language training, additional education, access to transportation & child care.
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Donations can be taken to stores or dropped off in area bins clearly marked "Goodwill".
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF NORTH IDAHO
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176 W. Wyoming Ave., Hayden, ID 83835 | 208-762-4352
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Brings people together to build homes, communities & hope.
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Donations to the ReStore (& purchases) help accomplish the goal of providing homes for those who do not quality for conventional loans. Most labor is done by volunteers & the family who will reside in the home.
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Habitat ReStore welcomes furniture, working appliances, building materials, lighting, doors, windows & more. Pick-up is available.
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ReStore is open to the public for shopping.
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503 E. Seltice Way, #5, Post Falls, ID 83854 | 208-773-5076
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Items in good condition are appreciated. Cannot accept baby furniture, car seats, TV's, computers, tires or construction materials.
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845 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-664-1736
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Offers emergency shelter, residential care, youth & family therapy, job readiness training, adoption services & more for at-risk kids & their families.
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Thrift store donations & sales help fund programs & services.
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424 E. Wallace Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-740-1502
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Donated bicycles are refurbished, then sold at a low cost or gifted to residents who have none.
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Funds help to provide FREE bicycles to children, bicycle safety classes & bike maintenance training.​
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LIONS CLUBS' RECYCLE FOR SIGHT PROGRAM
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Coeur d'Alene, Hauser, Rathdrum, Post Falls | 208-262-1122
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Pinehurst, Smelterville | 208-661-2259
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Osburn | 208-290-7183
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Used eyeglasses are collected & delivered to regional Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centers where they are cleaned, sorted by prescription strength, packaged & distributed to those in need in low & middle income communities.
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Eyeglasses can be dropped off at Lions-sponsored collection boxes at eye care offices, or send them directly to: Lions Clubs International Headquarters, Attention - Receiving Department, 300 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook, IL 60523
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Hearing aids are recycled too. Drop in collection box or send to Idaho Lions Foundation, 1090 N. Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83704 | 1-800-546-6889​​​
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570 S. Clearwater Loop, Unit A, Post Falls, ID 83854
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208-610-6996
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Basic necessities & essential household items are provided for active military, veterans & Gold Star families at no cost, with no income eligibility requirements.
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Veterans receive peer support, resources & referrals to other agencies.
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Thrift store donations & sales help fund services. Volunteers are always welcome. Call or text to attend an orientation class.
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For list of needed items, see website.
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​NORTH IDAHO CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE)
816 E. Sherman Ave., Suite 6, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-667-9165 Coeur d'Alene | 208-818-3916 Kellogg
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Child advocates are appointed to represent the best interest of children who are abused & neglected, & are involved in active Child Protective Act cases.
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Kidz Closet provides necessary supplies to support children in the program. All items are new & free to any advocate or foster family who has a child in need.
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"Wish List" items are baby clothes/toys, bedding, diapers, stuffed animals, gift bags & tissue paper. Check website for ongoing needs.​​
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2301 N. Ironwood Place, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-625-4884
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Staffed w/medical professionals 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for walk-in services & phone consultations
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Collaborative effort of Kootenai Health, Heritage Health, Panhandle Health & Health & Welfare
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FREE, safe facility for those in crisis, providing immediate food & shelter for up to 24 hours for ages 18+.
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Serves Idaho's 10 northern counties
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Problem options are discussed for: food sources, housing needs, utility assistance, medical care, safe places & treatment for alcohol/drug abuse
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Donations needed include: winter coats, sweatpants, gloves, socks, boots, underwear & sleeping bags
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201 E. Harrison Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-664-3095
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Largest agency in region serving the homeless. Operates 3 (Cd'A, Post Falls & Silver Valley) thrift stores, emergency shelters, transitional/affordable housing & a HELP Center. Furnishes food & clothing.
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Provides case management which incorporates mental, physical & substance abuse health services to help veterans succeed in obtaining & keeping permanent housing.
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Thrift store donations & sales help fund services.
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"SAFE KIDS" LIFE JACKET LOANER PROGRAM
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2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-625-5722, Kootenai Health | 208-446-1300, KCSO
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Supplies & maintains life jacket loaner stations at area boat launches for the public to use & return free of charge.
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New or used life jackets can be donated at Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, 5500 N. Gov't Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
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850 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 | 208-664-9303
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Helps survivors of domestic & sexual violence, including children by offering safe shelter, counseling, court advocacy & more. Services are free & confidential.
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Donations may include non-perishable food, new housewares & full-sized personal care products for use in shelters.
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c/o LaRain Saige, Director, PO Box 2903, Post Falls, ID 83877
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Founded in 2016, TAILS Foundation is dedicated to helping families care for their pets, especially low-income & senior citizen families in Kootenai Co. due to temporary hardships.
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Programs include Food4TAILS (pet food pantries), RainbowTAILS (end of life services), TAILS4Life (spay/neuter, vaccinations & emergency medical services) & more.
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Donations of pet food, monetary support & volunteers always welcome. View food drop-off locations HERE.
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3327 W. Industrial Loop, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
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208-765-5105
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Trains people of all ages with disabilities & other challenges become more independent & self-sufficient by teaching life skills/job skills; also community involvement.
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Donations of school supplies are welcome (pencils, pens, tissues, glue sticks, wipes, etc.) & other items.
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UGM CENTER FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN
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7761 N. Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 | 208-665-4672
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Place of refuge for homeless women & children.
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Clothing & toiletries are needed for shelter residents; also home furnishings for those moving into permanent residences.
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Thrift store donations
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VITALANT (FORMERLY INLAND NW BLOOD CENTER)
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405 W. Neider Ave., Ste. 102, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
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1-877-257-4825
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Give blood, time & funds; host a blood drive. It takes only 1 pint to save 3 lives. Choose an app't time for your convenience, or give during a sponsored blood drive.
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WIGS FOR KIDS - HAIR DONATIONS
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24231 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, OH 44145 | 440-333-4433
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For over 30 years this non-profit organization has been providing hair replacement & support for children who have lost hair due to chemotherapy, radiation therapy, burns & other medical conditioins at no cost to children or their families.
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Donations of human hair 12" or longer needed. Must be in a ponytail or braid before cut.