Our organization understands that not everyone is able to support us monetarily or have the time to volunteer weekly with us at Helping Hands Hawaii, however we are more than happy to have you support us by donating the following items:
- Beds – all sizes, especially single beds (not accepting at this time)
- Household furniture – dining tables, sofas, coffee tables, chairs
- Small appliances – microwaves, electric kettles, fans
- Accessories – footwear, handbags, backpacks
- Linens, towels, mats
- Hygiene – shampoo, body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine products, etc.
- Brand new infant/child car seats, strollers, carriers and cribs
Based on client need and liability concerns, we are unable to accept:
- Used infant/child car seats, strollers, carriers and cribs
- Sporting equipment – treadmills, weightlifting machines, golf clubs, etc.
- Hospital/medical equipment – hospital beds, wheelchairs, crutches
- Custom-built appliances
- Musical instruments
- Computers and related equipment, specialized electronics
Tips for donors:
- All donations must be in good, working order without visible damage:
- Upholstered items should not be broken or have excessive rips, stains, pet hair or fading
- Wooden items should not have excessive watermarks or discoloration, chipped edges, missing hardware or parts, etc.
- Items should be clean and free of odor
- Items MUST be pest free (i.e., no bed bugs or termites)
- Small appliances should be clean and in working condition
- Donations that are broken, torn, dirty, rusted or in need of repair cannot be accepted
- Donations are distributed to families in “as is” condition. Because of this, staff may decline a donation if, in their judgement, the item is not in clean, usable condition.
- Double check your donations for any personal belongings. Once we receive donations, they are often available for clients and may not be in our possession for you to recover your items.
For more information, please email cch@helpinghandshawaii.org or call 808-536-7234 Ext. 800.
