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Thank you for visiting our 2023 Holiday Wishlist, where we have rounded up our community partners' donation needs for this holiday season. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! Please reach out to individual organizations should you have questions about their particular donation needs or instructions for shipping/dropoff/pickup. Also please note that organizations are looking for newly purchased items — not used — unless otherwise noted below.
BELL Garden is in need of various gardening supplies in order for volunteers to grow produce. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Deborah Stillwell garden@bellgardentn.org, 615-579-1857 for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 655A Colice Jeanne Rd, Nashville, TN 37211 (right corner behind Bellevue Middle School).
Community Resource Center needs new, personal hygiene and household cleaning products. Items include shampoo (full/travel size), bar soap (full/travel size), toothpaste (full/travel size), toothbrushes, deodorant, natural hair care products, period products, diapers, baby wipes, laundry powder/pods, and disinfectant spray/wipes. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Gracen Niazi gracen@crcmidtn.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 218 Omohundro Pl, Nashville, TN 37210.
Dismas House needs gently used men's clothing, hygiene products, and other wishlist items for men as they transitionin out of incarceration. Both individual donations, Amazon wishlist, and Walmart wishlist items accepted. Contact Jordan Slaughter jslaughter@dismas.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 2424 Charlotte Ave Nashville, Tn 37203.
Dream Streets is focusing on our youth and those in need of temporary housing this holiday season. They will be opening up transitional housing units in January 2024 and increasing the youths reached with more safe activities throughout the year. Household items are needed for these new units as well as teen snacks and games, etc. Both individual donations and Amazon withlist items accepted. Contact Liz Loxley liz@dreamstreetstn.com, 615-942-5559 ext 4 for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 520 39th Ave N Nashville, TN 37209.
Family & Children's Service is in need of household items (detergent, cleaning supplies, paper towels, toilet paper, kitchen utensils, kitchen cookware), hair care products (brushes, wide tooth combs, conditioner, hair gel, hair ties, leave-in conditioner), hygiene items (baby wipes, deoderant), kids winter coats, board games, and sports equipment (footballs, soccer balls, spikeball, etc). Contact Alex Mayer amayer@fcsnashville.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 2400 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN 37209.
Friends of Mill Ridge Park needs garden supplies such as loppers, gloves of various sizes, and soil, as well as yoga mats. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Katherine Dennis katherine@southeastpark.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013.
Friends of Shelby Park is in need of several outdoor tools. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Items can be used or new. Contact CD Paddock cd@friendsofshelby.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1900 Davidson St, Nashville, TN 37206 (Shelby Bottoms Nature Center).
From Your Father needs items for the single mothers they serve. Bath robes, slippers, candles, white noise machines, weighted blankets and water bottles. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Deja Jackson deja@fromyourfather.org, 615-930-9177 for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1410 Jefferson Street, Nashville, TN 37208.
Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee is in need of hospitality items for hosting community events, gifts and gift cards for our children and families, and items that help us organize and run our clubhouse. Amazon wishlist items accepted only. Contact Laura Leach lauraleach@gildasclubmiddletn.org for questions.
High Hopes Development Center needs therapy toys, school supplies and books. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted: books/toys or school supplies. Contact Consuelo Hawkins chawkins@highhopesforkids.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin, TN 371064.
Hospital Hospitality House needs every day household items for our families such as K-cups, non- perishable snacks, toilet paper, paper towels, travel size toiletries, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, and cleaning products. Both individual donations or Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Robin Smith smith@hhhnashville.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 214 Reidhurst Avenue Nashville, TN 37203.
Insight Counseling Centers needs new office furniture for the Clarksville counciling office. Only Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Josh Medeiros joshua@insightcenters.org 615-383-2115 ext. 126 for questions.
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands needs Ring Cameras to be provided for victims of domestic violence. For questions contact Kalyne Renda krenda@las.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1321 Murfreesboro Pike Suite 400 Nashville, TN 37217.
Martha O'Bryan Center is having a children's winter clothing drive! Sizes need are 3T through Kids Large. We would prefer items be new OR very lightly used (less than 3 uses). Items include: puffer jackets, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. The center is also hosting a Seniors Christmas Drive! Small gift items are needed to be distributed with the Seniors Meals on Wheels Program (and spread some holiday cheer!) These items can include: wool socks (new), crossword puzzles, sudoku, adult coloring books + colored pencils, Rubix cubes, mugs, hot chocolate, tea bags and instant coffee. (All items must be new!) Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Petra Chiabi pchiabi@marthaobryan.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 711 S 7th Street Nashville TN 37206.
Monroe Harding is in need of movie passes, $50 Walmart, Kroger, and Gas gift cards. Partner with us to be a Super Elf and underwrite the ultimate festive bash at Dave and Busters ($500)! Funds for outings such as bowling, Top Golf, Zoolumination and ICE Gaylord are also needed. Your generosity turns moments into memories for these special young people. Contact Yadira Calderon yadiracalderon@monroeharding.org, 629-888-0717 for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1 Vantage Way Ste C165 Nashville TN 37228.
MOVE Inclusive Dance needs cleaning supplies that help the studio continue efforts in keeping the dancers and their families healthy during this time of year. Only Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Lauren Morris lauren@moveinclusivedance.com with questions. Donations will be delivered through Amazon, but in person donations can be made at 7657 HWY 70 S Nashville, TN 37221.
Nashville General Hospital Foundation needs warm clothes for men, women and children. XXL mens sweatshirts, XXL mens sweatpants, XL women's tops and XL women's pants. Fleece Blankets, socks for men, women, and children. All items needed must be new. Winter months can be very harsh and many times we have people come to Nashville General Hospital that are unhoused and need warm clothes when then leave the hospital. Contact Katie Haygood kate.haygood@nashvilleha.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1818 Albion Street Nashville, TN 37208.
Nashville Launch Pad asked their Emergency Shelter guests what they would like for the holidays. They sent in their responses as Amazon wishlist links and we would love your help making their season a bit more merry and bright. Contact Corrine Elise corrine@nashvillelaunchpad.com for questions.
Oasis Center needs underwear for all genders and sizes (new); winter beanies (new); all-weather gloves; blankets; camping blankets; sleeping bags; handwarmers (new); solar lanterns/light source; $15 fast food gift cards; thermal underclothes (new); pants; long-sleeved t-shirts; sweatshirts/hoodies. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Erica Combs donations@oasiscenter.org, 615-983-6915 with questions. Donations can be dropped off at 1704 Charlotte Avenue, Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37203. Delivery hours are 9:15am - 3 pm Mon - Thur other than holidays. Please call ahead!
Operation Stand Down Needs $25, $50 gift cards for Target, Walmart, Uber and Lyft; pre-paid cell phones; microwaves; headlamps & batteries; full size blankets; reusable water bottes/thermos; MSR stove or jet boil stoves; unisex jackets; dude wipes; bus passes; comforters; thermal underwear; wallets; sheets (twin, queen, king); childrens coats. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Katilyn Domingo katilyn@osdtn.org, 615-248-1981 x 107 with questions. Donatins can be dropped off at 1125 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203.
Senior Renaissance Center needs items that can be used as bingo prizes. Our long-time, older participants at Senior Renaissance Center are big fans of bingo—hosted every Monday and Friday. For some, this outing is one of a very few each week. We welcome any donations to help support our "bingo prize" options. Our Amazon wishlist provides an assortment of household cleaning supplies as well as shelf stable, individually wrapped snacks/treats. Contact Bre Clark breanamclark@gmail.com for questions.
Shower the People has curated a special wishlist filled with essential items tailored for the winter months. This list includes warm clothing such ppas coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and thermal socks to keep our community members protected from the cold. Additionally, we aim to provide hygiene kits comprising toiletries, sanitary products, and grooming essentials to ensure everyone can maintain their well-being during this festive season. Your support in fulfilling these holiday-specific items will bring warmth, comfort, and joy to those in need during this special time of year. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Meredith Jaulin meredith@showerthepeople.net, 615-800-8985 for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 821 Templeton Drive, Nashville, TN 37209 - in the white building next to Charlotte Heights Church.
St. Luke's Community House is in need of new toys to ensure that families with limited means no longer must choose between rent and food or Christmas presents during the holiday season. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items are accepted. Contact Claire Hirsch claire.hirsch@stlch.org, 615-649-9134. Donations can be dropped off at 5601 New York Ave. Nashville, TN 37209. Please do not wrap gifts. Deadline to drop off gifts is Monday, December 4.
Tennessee Resettlement Aid is in need of men’s coats in all sizes except XXL, as well as beanie hats and socks, long sleeve shirts, and sweaters for men. Additionally, blankets, bedding and sleeping bags are needed. Items can be used or new. These items are for asylum-seekers, mostly men and families sleeping rough in Davidson county. Contact Katie Finn katie.finn@tennesseeresettlementaid.org for questions. Donation can be dropped off by appointment at 6346 Nolensville Pike Nashville, TN 37211 or 2355 Alteras Drive Nashville, TN 37211.
The Branch of Nashville is in need of operational supplies to continue feeding those in need during the holiday season. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Melanie Baker finance@thebranchofnashville.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 41 Tusculum Rd Antioch, TN 37013.
The Contributor, Inc. needs 120 Gallon size zip lock baggies filled with individual serving tuna paks, granola bars, protein bars, hand warmers, socks, and other items for people who are homeless. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Cathy Jennigs cathy@thecontributor.org with questions. Donations can be dropped off at 154 Rep John Lewis Way N, Nashville, TN 37219.
The Land Trust for Tennessee is in need of supplies to sustain and maintain their 64-acre farm for community programs to continue efforts to educate others on their mission to conserve the unique character of Tennessee’s natural and historic landscapes and sites for future generations. Only Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Savanna Roaldsand sroaldsand@landtrusttn.org, 615-681-6233 for questions.
The Nashville Food Project needs garden-specific items to help continue to grow and share nourishing food, and teach others how to grow! Only Amazon withlist items accepted. Contact Arianna Nimocks arianna@thenashvillefoodproject.org, 210-332-8386 for questions.
The Salvation Army Nashville needs help with their Forgotten Angel Spark Good List from Walmart to make sure no one on the Angel Tree goes home without presents for under the tree! Both Individual and Walmart Spark Good wishlist items accepted. Contact Misty Ratcliff misty.ratcliff@uss.salvationarmy.org for questions. Donations can be dropped off at 631 Dickerson Pk. Nashville, TN 37207.
The Store needs toys, cooking oils, dried herbs and spices. Only Amazon wishlist items accepted: seasonings or toys. Contact Mari Clare Derrick mariclare@thestore.org, (615) 460-8331 for questions. Donations will be delivered through Amazon, no in person drop offs please. Toys need to be delivered by or before December 6th.
Youth Encouragement needs new clothing items (toddler up to women & men sizes) including: Underwear, Socks, Pajamas, Scarves, Hats, Coats, Gloves, Shoes, Tank Tops, Bras, Jeans Shirts, Hoodies, and Sweatshirts; Accessories including: Purses, Wallets, Jewelry, Watches, Belts; Toys including: Barbies, Stuffed Animals, Board Games, Legos, Hot Wheels, Baby Dolls, Action Figures; Housewares including: Throw Blankets, Pots & Pans, Silverware, Rugs, Pictures, Kitchen Items, Décor, Candles; Educational items include: Books, Paint Kits, School Supplies, Bookmarks, Art Sets; Sports Equipment indclude: Basketballs, Footballs, Soccer Balls, Baseball Sets, Jump Ropes, Sidewalk Chalk. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Samantha Johnson samantha@youthencouragement.org with questions. Donations can be dropped off at 3016 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211.
YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee is in need of essential items needed for our Domestic Violence Services program & shelter. Both individual donations and Amazon wishlist items accepted. Contact Allison Adams allison.adams@ywcanashville.com for questions. Donations can be dropped off by appointment at 1608 Woodmont Blvd.Nashville, TN 37215. All donations must be received by December 15th.
