Young teenagers from different cultures wrestling with pride

Wish List

Thank you for thinking of the youth and families experiencing homelessness right now in Peterborough.

None of our programs could run without donations from our community. If you are interested in making a one-time donation, or becoming a monthly donor, please click below:

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We are also very happy to accept any of the following items on our wish list. They can be dropped off at 196 Brock St. – just buzz the street level entrance and a shelter worker will respond. Thank you!

Basics

When a young person comes to shelter, they very often have nothing. It’s nice to be able to give them what they need to maintain proper hygiene and stay comfortable, but we depend entirely on donations to provide this care. Help take care of these youth by donating any of the following:

  • Deodorant
  • Shampoo
  • Shaving Razers
  • Unscented body wash
  • Underwear (new, small especially needed)
  • Weather-proof gloves and mitts
  • Weather proof boots – all adult sizes
  • Weather proof coats and snow pants – all adult sizes
  • Old cell phones (used is fine in this case)
  • Laundry Soap
  • Hairbrushes
  • Dish soap
  • Cotton track pants (all sizes)
  • Cotton hoodies (all sizes)
  • Diapers and pull-ups (all sizes)
  • Twin size fitted sheets (new only)
  • Baby Wipes
  • Water bottles (new)
  • Tampons (we do not need pads at this time)
  • Pump hand soap

Please note: we can only accept unopened toiletries.

Food

At our emergency shelter, we feed 30 people three meals/day. We also provide support to youth and families who are struggling in the community through our Food Box Program. For this reason, please consider donating non-perishable food to us at 196 Brock St. Items that we tend to need include:

  • Baby formula
  • Baby and toddler snacks
  • School snack foods like juice boxes, peanut free bars/treats, fruit snacks
  • Meal supplement drinks like boost
  • Peanut butter
  • Granola bars
  • Cereal
  • Dried lentils
  • Trail mix
  • Quinoa
  • Vegetarian meat substitutes
  • Soy or Oat milk
  • Low sodium soup
  • Low sodium tuna
  • Low sodium crackers
  • Coffee (ground or instant)
  • Tea
  • Pasta sauce
  • Rice
  • Spices
  • Cooking oils
  • Other essential pantry items
  • Grocery gift cards

Please note: We do accept and appreciate donations of fresh fruit and veg, dairy and meat products. If you can please call ahead (705-748-3851) we will ensure we have fridge and freezer space.

For the RISE Youth Housing Program

Youth in our RISE Youth Housing Program are in their own place for the very first time. Often they join the program with a lot to overcome, but they’ve accomplished an important first step – they have a safe and supported place to live. We like to give young people entering the program the items that you tend to need to feel safe and comfortable. If you’re looking to help, here’s what we currently need.

  • Pillows
  • Single bedsheet sets
  • Single comforters
  • Single covers
  • Towels

Please note: We cannot currently accept any used items. Household items and clothing that you may have to donate can be dropped off at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

Important: we cannot currently accept any used/opened items, prepared or expired food at the shelter. Used clothing, housewares and furniture should be dropped off at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.