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Public Notice
Holiday Wish Lists, Part One
By Kate X Messer, December 18, 1998, Columns
Well, goshdarn it, giving to perfect strangers can be just as gratifying. So every year at this time we offer up some space to our local Public Service Angels. Here, they share with you some wish lists. Now it's our turn to share.
Tremendous thanks go to intern Mary Sledd, who compiled this beast with the assistance of intern Elizabeth Skadden. Additional thanks go to Stewart Gallas from AIDS Services of Austin for having the idea four years ago.
NOTE: The 1998 Holiday Wish Lists have been edited for space. All groups listed need office supplies, computers, and copiers. (We deleted these items first.) Please call first for specifications, as some organizations have systems in place.
Cash and volunteer hours are universally appreciated.
Many organizations are happy to send cards for your donations in loved ones' names. Happy Holidays to you and yours!
AIDS Services of Austin
PO Box 4874, 78765, 458-2437
- Space heaters
- Microwave ovens
- VHS camcorder, VCR
- Blank VHS videotapes
- Canned food items
- Personal hygiene items: toothbrushes, razors, and laundry soap
- Winter coats for adults
- Books of stamps for clients
ALLGO -- Informe SIDA
1715 E. Sixth, #112, 472-2001
- Couch
- Blank videocassettes, disposable cameras
- Industrial coffee maker
- Laser printer, laser scanner for IBM or Macintosh
- Holiday gifts for HIV+ clients (please call)
- Warm coats for adults and children
Any Baby Can
3423 Guadalupe, #100, 454-3743
- Diapers, baby formula
- Gift certificates for food and toys
- Children's clothing size 5-12
Austin State Hospital
4110 Guadalupe, #582, 419-2330
- Walkmans
- Wallets, small purses
- Watches,jewelry, perfumes
- Lotions, aftershave
- Men's and women's socks, slipper socks
- Sweat pants and shirts (M, L, XL)
- Children's toys and games (no combat themes)
- Crayons, color markers
- Books, coloring books
- Playing cards
Blue Santa
715 E. Eighth, 389-3556
- Toy donations for boys and girls, one-two years old and 10-12 years old
Capital Area Food Bank
8201 S. Congress, 282-2111
- Non-perishable food
- Television, VCR
- Printing services
- Film output for printing jobs
- 35mm camera with flash, lenses, film; video camera
C.A.R.E.
1633 E. Second, 473-2273, ext.110
- 10-12 strings of outside holiday lights, preferably 10-12 feet in length
- Large, covered outside barbecue grill, suitable for cookingfor group of 20-30
- 10 frozen turkeys or 10 hams
- Movie passes
Casa Marianella
821 Gunter, 385-5571
- TV/VCR
- Christmas lights and decorations
- New bedding, blankets, towels
- Non-perishable food items
- Winter clothing for men
- Hats, scarves, gloves, cold weather items for all ages
CEACO -- Central East Austin Community Organization
1715 E. Sixth, #100, 472-5575
- Gently used winter clothing (coats, gloves, hats, shoes, boots) for men, women, and children
- Women's clothing in large sizes
- Men's shoes, sizes 12-13
- Non-perishable food for holiday baskets (canned fruit, canned vegetables, canned broth, soup)
- Gift items for adults & children (personal hygieneitems, socks, gloves, toiletries, new toys)
- Giftwrapping materials
Connections
837 W. 12th, 495-7467
- Sturdy outdoor toys
- Children's unpainted wooden blocks
- New children's books (age birth to eight)
- New infant-toddler board books
- Flip chart paper, tablet
- Rolls of newsprint
- TV/VCR combination
- Wall-to-wall carpeting, installment
- T-Shirts printed for parent conference
Ecology Action
Ninth & I-35, 322-0000
- Credit card terminal
- Fax machine
- Five-gallon water dispenser
- Drinks, snacks, bottled water for volunteers and workers
- Work gloves
- Energy efficient window AC and heaters
- Microwave
- Power tools
- Nontoxic cleaning supplies
- Dark blue latex paint
- Postcards suitable for thank you notes
- 35mm b&w film, all speeds except 100
El Buen Samaritano Episcopal Mission
1919 S. First, 441-7977
- New toys under $15
- Canned food
- Baby formula and diapers
- Gently used clean clothes for women and school-aged children
- Late model computers (486+)
- Multimedia computers (for teaching ESL)
Extend-A-Care for Kids
55 N. I-35, 472-9402
- Truck for deliveries
- Lateral file cabinets
- Computer keyboards, VGA monitors, systems no lower than 386 or 486
- Retail stores loaded with holiday cards from Extend-A-Care for Kids, Dec. 19-24.
The Faith Home
4101 Wildwood, 302-4101
- Batteries -- size AAA, AA, C & 9-volt
- Dish towels, detergent, trash bags, paper towels
- Heavy white cotton washcloths
- One-piece jumpsuits and overalls for toddlers and pre-schoolers
- Children's clothes and bedding
- Little Tikes Sand & Water Table
- Child Craft Crib n' Bed -- white or oak
- Board games, cards (Crazy Eights, Go Fish, Old Maid, etc.)
- Art materials, toys (no battery-operated toys, please!)
- Music center, CD player, tape player, radio, headphones
- No Barbies or stuffed animals, please
Family Eldercare
3710 Cedar, 450-0844
- Holiday giftwrap
- Volunteers to purchase a gift and visit elderly or disabled client
- New blankets for the elderly without family
Hancock Recreation Center
811 E. 41st, 453-7765
- Children's books
- Large coffee urn
- Audio-Visual cart
- Scanner
- Peace on Earth, Good Will to All!
- HIV Wellness Center
- 4301 N. I-35, 467-0088
- Candles of all types
- White indoor-outdoor holiday lights
- Discarded items for client or agency use
Make-A-Wish Foundation
2224 Walsh Tarlton, 329-9474
- Granting wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses is not cheap. Also accepting frequent flyer miles.
Manos de Cristo
1200 Willow, 477-7454
- New toothbrushes
- Blankets, jackets
- ESL class sponsorship, online sponsorship
Meals on Wheels
2222 Rosewood, 476-MEAL
- New van
- Canned goods
- Adult clothing items
- Blankets, portable heaters
- Hard look at the plight of the elderly and disabled
- Holiday goodies for our recipients
Out Youth Austin
909 E. 49 1/2, 708-1234
- Books and current magazines, tapes, CDs, and videos
- Multi-line phone/PBX system & hands-free headsets
- PR & graphic design assistance
- Employee health benefits
- Power Mac and laser printer
- Couches, chairs
- Lawnmower
- Tolerance
Project Transitions, Inc.
7101-B Woodrow, 454-8646
- Landscaping, plants and mulch
- Picnic table
- Cleaning supplies
- Paper towels
- Personal hygiene items
- Tickets for the movie theatre
- Office supplies
- Vacuum cleaner
- Light bulbs
SafePlace
PO Box 19454, 78760, 385-5181, ext. 217
- Backpacks
- Walkman radios, tape players
- Passes to movies, bowling, sporting events
- Gift certificates for stores, services, groceries
- Multi-ethnic dolls, non-violent books, toys, games
- Sports balls, equipment
- Warm clothing, accessories in all sizes, including XL
- Costume jewelry, watches
Salvation Army
501 E. Eighth, 476-1111
- Educational games, craft supplies, cards, puzzles
- Children's backpacks
- Strollers, cribs, baby beds
- Day room furniture and TV trays
- Computer disks, Internet provider
- 35mm camera and film
- Camcorder and VCR
Sierra Ridge Youth Program
201 W. St. Elmo, 447-2026, ext. 17
- Copier
- Computers, educational programs
- Hands-on math learning tools
- Grocery store certificates
- Television, VCR
TARAL -- Texas Abortion & Reproductive Rights Action League
PO Box 684602, 78768, 462-1661
- Couch
- Postage stamps
- Laser printer
- Shelving unit, book cases
YWCA
1524 S. I-35, #315, 326-1222
- 50 medium-sized Christmas stockings
- Perfumes, toiletries, nail polish
- Free Internet service, Web site upkeep
- Picture, certificate frames
- Artwork for walls
- Football or basketball cards, Hot Wheels, Matchbox cars, fluorescent pens, pencils, erasers, bubbles, Koosh balls, stickers, activity books, journals
Next Week: Holiday Wish Lists, Part Two!
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