The Ruth Balick Distribution Center welcomes the poor who need clothing and other household items, free of charge. We accept packaged food items at The Ruth Balick Distribution Center. If you would like to donation prepared food items, plase contact Sister Debbe Krist at May Mother of Hope Houise II, (302) 652-1935.

WISH LIST

We deeply appreciate donations we receive from generous and kind donors like you who help us make the most of our resources.

To guide donations so they will have the greatest impact, we compile this list of requests directly from our programs serving the homeless and poor.

We also list contact information for your questions and arranging donation drop-off.
Like financial donations to the Ministry, your gifts to our programs are tax-deductible. We thank you in advance for your continued support and kindness to the poor.

If you would like to download a copy of the list below, please click here.

THANK YOU!

Your generosity will help us serve the poor year-round
WISH LISTS FROM OUR PROGRAMS

We deeply appreciate donations we receive from generous and kind donors like you who help us make the most of our resources.
To guide donations so to make the greatest impact, we asked our program teams what would supporters could give that would make life better in our shelters for the homeless and poor.

We also list contact information for your questions and arranging donation drop-off.
Like all financial donations to the Ministry, your gifts to our programs are tax-deductible.
We thank you in advance for your continued support and kindness to the poor.

Emmanuel Dining Room
Contact Michael Sullivan at (302) 652-3228 or msullivan@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to Emmanuel Dining Room West, 121 North Jackson Street, Wilmington, DE 19805-3670
Quaker Quick Oats (not instant)
Cheerios & any brand of corn flakes
Just-add-water pancake mix and syrup Gift cards to local grocery stores and The Restaurant Store
Commercial-size cans of vegetables, spaghetti sauce, fruit, beans, tuna Instant mashed potatoes
Please call if you can help fill Emmanuel Dining Room’s need for meal partners and volunteers: • Churches, synagogues, temples, other faith groups, clubs, businesses or other groups to become meal partners to prepare and serve one meal a month at the location of your choice. • Individuals and groups to help serve meals and clean up, especially on weekends.

Mary Mother of Hope House I
Contact Aurdrey Roberts or Nancy Barratt at (302) 652-8532 or aroberts@ministryofcaring.org or nbarratt@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 1103 West Eighth Street, Wilmington, DE 19806-4605
Snacks in single-serve packaging
Bottled water
DART bus passes
Feminine hygiene products
Depends, all sizes
Bath soap and body wash Standard size pillows
White pillowcases food storage containers
Toothpaste and toothbrushes
Shampoo and conditioner Moisturizing lotion
Combs and brushes Coffee, sugar and iced tea mix
Laundry detergent Pajamas, robes and slippers, all sizes
Gift cards to area grocery stores

Mary Mother of Hope House II & III
Contact Shauna Allicock at (302) 652-1935 or sallicock@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 121 North Jackson Street, Wilmington, DE 19805-3670
Snacks in single-serve packaging
Bottled water
DART bus passes
Diapers size 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6
Pull-Ups
Baby wipes
Body wash
Adult Advil and children’s Motrin
Bath soap, non-scented and anti-bacterial preferred
Shampoo and conditioner
Crib sheets and blankets
Colored bath towels and washcloths
Twin sheet sets Standard size pillows
Pots &and pans, potholders
Paper plates, napkins
Dish towels & dishrags
Gift cards to area grocery stores

Samaritan Housing Contact Joann Spencer at (302) 428-3653 or jspencer@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 917 North Madison Street, Wilmington, DE 19801-1439

Diapers and diaper bags
Sanitary napkins and tampons
Body wash and bar soap, Dial preferred
Deodorant
Shampoo and conditioner
Moisturizing lotion
Bras and panties, all sizes
Socks
Umbrellas
Sweaters, all sizes
Twin size sheet sets and blankets

House of Joseph I
Contact Eugene Watson at (302) 652-0904 or ewatson@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 1328 West Third Street, Wilmington, DE 19805-3662

Deodorant
Body lotion
Bath soap, Irish Spring, Coast and Ivory preferred
Men’s underwear, 3X and 4X boxer briefs
Men’s T-shirts, 2X & 3X
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Towels and washcloths
Men’s pajamas, all sizes
Men’s robes and slippers, all sizes
Men’s sweaters, all sizes

House of Joseph II
Contact John Bates at (302) 594-9473 or jbates@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 9 West 18th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802-4833

Robes and slippers for men and women, all sizes
Sweaters for men and women, medium through 3XL
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Bodywash and deodorant
Shampoo and conditioner
Coffee, tea bags, iced tea mix
Adult coloring books and activity kits
Arts & crafts supplies
DVD movies, new
Small prizes for bingo and other games

Padre Pio House & House of Joseph Residence
Contact Eugene Watson at (302) 652-0904 or ewatson@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 1328 West Third Street, Wilmington, DE 19805-3662

Bed-in-a-bag sets, twin size
Deodorant
Body lotion
Soap, Irish Spring, Coast and Ivory preferred
Men’s underwear and t-shirts, all sizes
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Towels, washcloths
Men’s pajamas, all sizes
Men’s robes and slippers, all sizes
Men’s sweaters, all sizes

Sacred Heart Village I & II
Contact Pat Kerezsi at (302) 654-5407 or pkerezsi@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 920 North Monroe Street, Wilmington, DE 19801-1337

Arts & craft supplies
Small prizes for bingo
Activity kits
Vacuum cleaners
Recliner chairs

Childcare Program Contact for direct delivery, Paulette Annane at (302) 428-3620 or pannane@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 1000 Wilson Street, Wilmington, DE 19801-3432

Diapers, size 5 & 6
Pull-ups, size 4 & larger
Wipes Batteries sizes AAA, AA, C & D
Similac Advance, soy formula
Infant Tylenol Children’s Motrin
Thermometers
Rattles, pacifiers and sippy cups
Reusable plastic plates, small and large size
Child-size spoons and forks
Bibs, reusable
Construction paper and glue sticks
Playdough and fingerpaints
Watercolor paint sets
Children’s musical instruments

Ruth Balick Distribution Center
Contact Michael Sullivan at (302) 652-3228 or msullivan@ministryofcaring.org or Jamar Freeland at (302) 652-0969 or jfreeland@ministryofcaring.org
to arrange donation delivery to 1410 North Claymont Street, Wilmington, DE 19802-5227

New or gently used clothing for men, women and children, all sizes
All kinds of food, shelf-stable, refrigerated & frozen
Bath and hand towels
Toiletries, all kinds
Pots and pans
Dishes and silverware
Glassware
Other home goods