WISH LIST
Your Guide to Charitable Giving

We get by with a little help from our friends – the sentiment rings especially true today. And that’s exactly what The Austin Chronicle’s annual wish list is all about: helping our friends, helping our community, and helping our city.

Though we dust off, revamp, and update the list each November with the holiday season of giving in mind, we encourage you, dear readers, to use it well into 2019 as these needs don’t get put away with the tinsel and the bows. This list, in its entirety, lives online year-round as one of the many ways we at the Chronicle hope to connect our inspiring community with the many incredible nonprofits that make Austin awesome. And please remember: In addition to the requests below, cash, computers, and volunteers are needed everywhere, so let’s get by together by giving what and where you can. It’s time to fulfill some wishes. – Sarah Marloff and Beth Sullivan

Wondering how to get your nonprofit in our database? Email wishlist@austinchronicle.com for details.
Kids/Education/Holidays
ADVOCACY OUTREACH
  • Socks
  • Coats for adults or children
  • New undergarments
  • Blankets
  • Bath towels and shower items
  • Space heaters
AUSTIN BAT CAVE
PO Box 4762, Austin, TX 78765, 512/524-1489, info@austinbatcave.org, www.austinbatcave.org.
  • VIZ-PRO double-sided mobile magnetic whiteboard
  • Moleskine Cahier soft-cover journals (pack of 3), 200
  • Website redesign
AUSTIN PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
PO Box 6118, Austin, TX 78762, 512/637-0900, dlewis@austinpartners.org, www.austinpartners.org.
  • Graph paper
  • Composition notebooks
  • Personal hygiene items for students
  • Gym clothes, underwear, and shoes for students
  • Laptop bags
  • Gift cards: incentives/prizes for students and teachers
  • Video camera
AUSTIN POLICE OPERATION BLUE SANTA
PO Box 689001, Austin, TX 78768, 512/974-2583, bluesanta@austintexas.gov, www.bluesanta.org.
  • Unwrapped toys/gifts for girls and boys ages 8 to 14
  • (Editor's note: needed for the Blue Santa Breakfast, Wed., Dec. 5, Marriott South, 4415 S. I-35, 6-10am)
AUSTIN YOUTH RIVER WATCH
PO Box 40351, Austin, TX 78704, 512/708-9115, riverwatcher@riverwatchers.org, www.riverwatchers.org.
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Costco, gas
  • Tools: hand trowels, handsaw, pick-axe and mattock
  • Hammock
  • 8-10’ ladder
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor compost bin
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE AUSTIN AREA
5407 N. I-35 #400, 512/444-7199, jennifer.knight@bgcaustin.org, www.bgcaustin.org.
  • Play money set
  • Dice
  • Playing cards
  • Miniclocks
  • Protractors
  • Alphabet blocks
  • Books in Spanish
  • Young adult novels in Spanish and English
CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN
2011 W. Koenig, 512/467-7006, jyoung@capitolschool.com, www.capitolschool.com.
  • A load of dirt and/or mulch
  • 10 metal folding chairs
  • Playground balls and trucks (new or gently used)
  • Covered sound boards (4 at $250 each)
  • Sand toys (shovels, buckets)
CENTER FOR CHILD PROTECTION
  • Teddy bears; stuffed animals
  • Board games
  • Adult coloring books
  • Pajamas for teens
  • Hoodies (all sizes)
CHULA LEAGUE
PO Box 4283, Austin, TX 78765, info@chulaleague.org, www.chulaleague.org.
  • Art supplies
  • Donated accounting/Form 990 tax return assistance (March-May)
  • Motorola CP200 walkie-talkies with headsets and a multicharger base (8)
  • Grant writing specialist (donated time)
  • Large photo frames
  • Healthy snacks
  • Wall-hanging supplies for art
CON MI MADRE
4175 Freidrich #200, 512/467-4483, info@conmimadre.org, www.conmimadre.org.
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Target, Walmart
  • Lockable filing cabinet (two-drawer)
  • Post-it Notes (large and small)
  • Staples
  • Notebooks
  • Pens
  • PA system
  • Megaphone
  • T-shirt sponsorship
  • Retractable banner
  • Copy Paper
  • Water Dispenser
  • Vacuum
  • Cleaning supplies: disinfecting spray and wipe, dish soap, sponges, Swiffer wipes
EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY
5800 E. MLK, 512/287-5050, donations@eaprep.org, www.eaprep.org.
  • New or gently used coats – all sizes
  • New or gently used DSLR cameras
  • Gift cards: grocery stores, restaurants, stores
  • SanDisk 32GB memory cards
  • Complimentary catering for family events
FLORENCE'S COMFORT HOUSE
  • Movie tickets
  • New or gently used chapter books (Captain Underpants, Fly Guy, Captain America)
  • Teen books
  • New or gently used kids clothes
  • New or gently used toy figures to play with (e.g., Black Panther, Paw Patrol, Avengers)
  • Diapers and Pull-Ups
  • Gift cards: Target, H-E-B, Costco
GHISALLO CYCLING INITIATIVE
1000 Brazos #100, 512/524-7440, donate@ghisallo.org, www.ghisallo.org.
  • Adult tricycles (for senior tricycle program)
  • Bicycle trailers
  • Chromebooks
  • Filing cabinets
  • Wire shelving units
  • Shipping containers (20 feet long)
  • Utility trailers and enclosed cargo trailers
  • Tacoma truck
GIRLFORWARD
2623-A Salado, 303/995-8704, shannon.elder@girlforward.org, www.girlforward.org.
  • Gift cards (Visa, food, movies, coffee shops, experiences)
  • Kitchen Items (silverware, dishes, spices, knives, cutting boards, etc.)
  • Karaoke machine
  • Boxing bag
  • Space to hold six-week summer camp (Mon.- Fri., central location preferred)
GIRLSTART STEM CENTER
1400 W. Anderson, 512/916-4775, info@girlstart.org, www.girlstart.org.
  • 5-mm LED lights (any color)
  • 3V coin cell batteries (CR2032)
  • Painters, scotch, and masking tapes
  • Sphero SPRK+
  • Sphero SPRK mini
  • White copy paper
THE LITERACY COALITION
724 Eberhart #500, 512/326-8655, fundraising@willread.org, www.willread.org.
  • Gift cards ($25-50): H-E-B, Walmart, Amazon, Target, etc.
  • 2 projectors
  • Bilingual board books for toddlers
  • Dry-erase board markers (any colors)
  • Spiral notebooks
  • Construction paper
  • Paper goods (plates, utensils, napkins)
LITERACY FIRST (FORMERLY COMMUNITY FOR EDUCATION)
3925 W. Braker #3.801, 512/232-2286, rmallernee@austin.utexas.edu, www.literacyfirst.org.
  • Gift cards ($25-50): H-E-B, Target, Walmart, Trader Joe's, Randalls, etc.
  • Gift cards ($5-$15): Epoch, Austin Java, Starbucks, etc.
  • Red and blue colored pencils
  • Stickers (fun characters preferred)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Kleenex pouches
  • Blank white 3” 3-ring binders
MAKE-A-WISH CENTRAL & SOUTH TEXAS
2224 Walsh Tarlton #200, 512/329-9474, info@cstx.wish.org, www.cstx.wish.org.
  • Gift cards of any amount
  • Small Nerf guns
  • Mini basketball hoops or other sports toys
  • Lego sets
  • Throw blankets
OUT YOUTH
909 E. 49th½, 512/419-1233, kathryn.gonzales@outyouth.org, www.outyouth.org.
  • H-E-B gift cards for drop-in center food
  • HP Color LaserJet Professional CP5225dn printer (or similar HP Color LaserJet printer that duplexes and prints up to 11"x17")
  • 3 Airstream trailers or similar (small enough to fit in a backyard, but large enough for two people to have a counseling session)
  • Sensory weighted neck pillows and lap pads (3 lbs.)
SEEDLING FOUNDATION
8001 Centre Park #140, 512/323-6371, info@seedlingfoundation.org, www.seedlingfoundation.org.
  • Catered food for mentor recruitment
  • Catered food for mentor training
  • Gift cards
  • Tickets to SXSW, ACL, and other events
  • Airline miles
TEXAS BAPTIST CHILDREN'S HOME
1101 N. Mays, Round Rock, 512/255-3682, info@tbch.org, www.tbch.org.
  • Shark Steam Mop Hard Floor Cleaner, 4
  • Keurig or Keurig Mini coffee maker, 2
  • Personal laptop computer for college student
  • Assembled bikes for teenagers (size: 24" and 26")
  • Monetary donations
TODOS JUNTOS LEARNING CENTER (FORMERLY SÍ SE PUEDE)
PO Box 41213, Austin, TX 78704, 512/788-7255, info@todosjuntoslc.org, www.todosjuntoslc.org.
  • Tonka Toughest Metal Mighty Dump Truck (4)
  • Hedstrom Hopper Ball, bouncy hopping ball with handle - 15" (6)
  • MerryMakers Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons Hand Puppet, 14.5"(4)
  • Kinetic Sand Sand In Motion, 11 lb. (3)
  • DeWalt DCBL720P1 20V Max 5.0 Ah Lithium Ion XR Brushless Blower (1)
VICTORY TUTORIAL PROGRAM
Carver Library, 1161 Angelina, 512/974-1009, cristela.gonzalez@austinisd.org, www.austinisd.org/victory.
  • Dry-erase markers, assorted colors
  • Word search puzzle books
  • Chess and checkers board games
  • Gift cards ($5): H-E-B, WalMart, Dairy Queen
WONDERS & WORRIES
9101 Burnet Rd. #107, 512/329-5757, penney@wondersandworries.org, www.wondersandworries.org.
  • Sharpie markers (all colors)
  • Aromatherapy oils (lavender, lemon, peppermint)
  • Bottled water, 8 oz. and 12 oz.
  • Individual serving snack packs (no chips, please)
  • Poster board
YOUTH RISE TEXAS
  • Unlimited rideshare credits for transporting youth
  • 7- or 15-passenger van (in good working order)
  • Karaoke machine
  • Office makeover for 3 small offices and one common room: paint, lighting, rugs, storage, and work spaces
  • Airline points
Environmental/Animals
AUSTIN GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE
PO Box 339, Manor, TX 78653, 281/659-6295, agsdr2016@gmail.com, www.austingermanshepherdrescue.org/.
  • Safstar 8 Panels Pet Playpen Dog Pets Fence Exercise Pen Gate with Door (contact for specific size)
  • MidWest 48" XL dog crate
  • 48" crate pads
  • 48" orthopedic dog bed
  • (Editor's note: All can be found at amazon.com.)
AUSTIN HUMANE SOCIETY
  • Wet cat food (paté style)
  • Fleece blankets (no stuffing)
  • Dog toys (all types, but no tennis balls please)
  • Cat toys (all types)
  • Bite-sized dog treats
AUSTIN YOUTH RIVER WATCH
PO Box 40351, Austin, TX 78704, 512/708-9115, riverwatcher@riverwatchers.org, www.riverwatchers.org.
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Costco, gas
  • Tools: hand trowels, handsaw, pick-axe and mattock
  • Hammock
  • 8-10’ ladder
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor compost bin
AUSTIN ZOO
10808 Rawhide Trl., 512/288-1490, info@austinzoo.org, www.austinzoo.org.
  • Blankets, flat sheets, and pillowcases for animal bedding
  • Raw, unsalted nuts, shelled or unshelled, any type
  • Tarps (all sizes)
  • Heavy-duty garden hoses
  • Canned dog and cat food
CENTRAL TEXAS SPCA
  • Rescue brand cleaner
  • Liquid laundry detergent, any brand
  • Gift cards: Tomlinson’s, PetSmart, Amazon
  • Hard chew toys: Nylabones, antler bones, etc. (no rawhides, please)
  • Treats of various kinds (no Milk Bone-type biscuits, please)
CLIMATE CHANGE NOW INITIATIVE
  • $1,000: Plane ticket to film the next climate catastrophe (16,000 miles filmed this year)
  • $350: Office printer, 11" x 18"
  • $6,000: Upgrade 4K film production workstation
  • $4,500: Annual website maintenance
  • $1,500: 24 TB hard drive array
ECOLOGY ACTION OF TEXAS
  • Trail cameras
  • Battery-powered mower
  • Cedar posts and materials for signs
  • Trash grabbers
  • Wheelbarrows
GREEN CORN PROJECT
PO Box 49468, Austin, TX 78765, greencornproject@usa.net, www.greencornproject.org.
  • Garden tools: gloves, hand trowels, water wands, garden forks
  • Gift cards: The Natural Gardner, The Great Outdoors, Barton Springs Nursery, GeoGrowers, Bright Ideas, Breed & Co., McCoys, Home Depot
  • Space: Unlimited access to up to 5,000 square feet of centrally located land suitable for a community/demonstration garden
GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK
Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon, 512/505-3000, gitnb@htu.edu, www.greenisthenewblack.org.
  • Booth materials for events: posters, banners, brochures, general signage
  • Scholarship donations: Fund a Green is the New Black scholar
  • Donations for travel to events and conferences
  • Organic, black pocket T-shirts for group shirts
  • Seeds and plants for the restoration of historic Bluebonnet Hill native habitat
HOUSE RABBIT RESOURCE NETWORK
PO Box 2381, Pflugerville, TX 78691, 512/444-3277, hrrn@rabbitresource.org, www.rabbitresource.org.
  • Bunny toys: Happy Rabbit toys, plastic balls
  • Gift cards: Home Depot, Lowe's, Target, Costco
  • Gutters
  • Landscape paver installation
  • Towels
STREET CAT RESCUE
PO Box 2524, Round Rock, TX 78681, 512/762-3597, streetcatrescue@earthlink.net, www.streetcatrescue.com.
  • Bravecto flea meds (no Rx required)
  • Seresto flea collars
  • Merrick dry cat food: chicken or beef and duck formula
  • Wellness, Merrick, or Fancy Feast Gravy Lovers wet canned food
  • Gift certificates to Georgetown Farm Supply
  • Greenies cat treats (any flavor)
SUSTAINABLE FOOD CENTER
URBAN ROOTS
4900 Gonzales, 512/750-8019, emily@urbanrootsatx.org, www.urbanrootsatx.org.
  • Laptops (used is OK)
  • Healthy snacks (breakfast bars, granola, etc.)
  • Gift cards (groceries): H-E-B, Wheatsville, Whole Foods, etc.
  • Gift cards (farm supply): Johnny’s Seeds, Home Depot, Callahan's
WILDLIFE RESCUE
  • Black oil sunflower seeds
  • 39-gallon trash bags
  • Laundry detergent
  • Nuts (pecans, walnuts, acorns)
  • Gift cards: Walmart, H-E-B
Health/Medical
AIDS SERVICES OF AUSTIN
7215 Cameron, 512/458-2437, asa.mail@asaustin.org, www.asaustin.org.
  • Hot plates
  • Reusable sporks
  • Multifunctional can openers
  • Reusable grocery bags and insulated bags
  • Flash lights
  • Bedding: blankets, pillows, pillow cases
  • Bath mats, towels
  • Alarm clock with radio
  • Jackets
  • Gloves, socks, hand warmers
  • Backpacks
  • Pre-paid cell phones
  • 10 coolers/ice chests
  • Gift cards (WalMart, Target, H-E-B, Payless)
ASHWELL
8101 Cameron #105, 512/467-0088, ben@ashwellatx.org, www.ashwellatx.org.
  • Tents
  • Blankets
  • Space heaters
  • Backpacks
  • Nonperishable foods
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Walmart, Target
AUSTIN HARM REDUCTION COALITION
PO Box 13482, Austin, TX 78711, 512/553-3708, austinharmreduction@gmail.com, www.austinharmreduction.org.
  • Razors (100)
  • Toothpaste (100)
  • Deodorant (100)
  • Socks (100)
  • Scarves (100)
  • Blankets (50)
  • Sleeping bags (50)
  • Menstrual hygiene products (100)
  • Rain ponchos (100)
  • Protein bars (500)
AUSTIN SPEECH LABS
7800 Shoal Creek Blvd. Ste. 136-S, 512/992-0575, staff@austinspeechlabs.org, www.austinspeechlabs.org.
  • Amazon gift cards
  • Expo Markers, black
  • Copy paper
  • Brother Toner 450 for Brother MFC - 7460DN printer
AUSTIN STATE HOSPITAL
4110 Guadalupe, 512/419-2333, cindy.reed@hhsc.state.tx.us, www.ashvolunteers.org.
  • Playing cards
  • Word-find and crossword puzzle books
  • New stuffed animals
  • Tennis shoes for men (sizes 9-11)
  • Body wash for men and women (check ingredients for no alcohol and no glass containers, please)
  • (Editor's note: Contact 512/419-2330 with questions)
THE CAPITAL AREA DENTAL FOUNDATION
  • Volunteer dentists and related specialists
  • Videography and photography services
  • T-shirt screenprinting
  • Graphic design services
  • Digital camera
CAPITAL AREA PARKINSON'S SOCIETY
PO Box 27565, Austin, TX 78755, 512/371-3373, info@capitalareaparkinsons.org, www.capitalareaparkinsons.org.
  • Two floor lamps
  • Tall bookshelf
  • Paper cutter
  • L-shaped office desk with drawers
  • Executive office chair
FRIENDS OF AUSTIN STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER
2203 W. 35th, 512/374-6048, friends@ausslcfriends.org, www.ausslcfriends.org.
  • Card games: Uno, Old Maid, Apples to Apples, etc.
  • Throw and sensory blankets
  • Backpacks, bags
  • Men and women's bath products
  • Nonbreakable room decor for men and women
HEALTH ALLIANCE FOR AUSTIN MUSICIANS
3010 S. Lamar #200, 512/541-4226, info@myhaam.org, www.myhaam.org.
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Peoples RX ($25, $50)
  • Artwork
  • Office supplies: copy paper, pens, highlighters, clipboards, sticky notes, Kleenex, K-Cup refills
  • Sponsorship per HAAM member: $1,200/yr.
  • Hearing services: $300/yr. per member
  • Dental services: $600/yr. per member
HOSPICE AUSTIN
4107 Spicewood Springs Rd., 512/342-4700, mmarble@hospiceaustin.org, www.hospiceaustin.org.
  • Board games, cards, simple art supplies, 100-500-piece puzzles
  • Family-friendly DVDs
  • Soothing music CDs
  • Gift cards: H-E-B
  • Food pantry items: Ensure, Carnation Instant Breakfast, peanut butter, canned soups, canned meats, dried beans, etc.
THE KIND CLINIC
1101 W. 40th #102, 512/853-9547, www.kindclinic.org.
  • Artwork for office walls
  • Storage bins
  • Bookshelves
  • Paper and miscellaneous office supplies
  • Cleaning supplies
LILITH FUND
PO Box 684949, Austin, TX 78768, 877/355-1463, info@lilithfund.org, www.lilithfund.org.
  • $3,000: Registration fees for new staff to attend conferences, leadership trainings, etc.
  • $2,500: Laptop computers for 2 new staff members
  • $2,000: Fees for annual National Network of Abortion Funds Summit
  • $700: Fender Passport Portable PA System
  • $500: Projector and screen
  • $150: Privacy screens for staff computers
ONCOLOGY MASSAGE ALLIANCE
  • Donations for postage and shipping of educational materials
  • $50: oncology massage for four cancer patients during chemo treatments in infusion/radiation rooms
  • $500: helps defray costs of continuing education to ensure OMA can recruit licensed therapists to become oncology trained
PEOPLE'S COMMUNITY CLINIC
1101 Camino La Costa, 512/478-4939, info@austinpcc.org, www.austinpcc.org.
  • Gently used or new children’s books
  • New baby diapers in package
  • Continuous glucose monitor
  • Insulin syringes, new in box
  • New, boxed, 1-, 2-, and 3-cc syringes
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
201 E. Ben White, 512/275-0171, Sarah.Wheat@ppgt.org, www.ppgreatertx.org.
  • Magazine subscriptions for patient waiting rooms
  • Children’s board books
  • Stationary play mobiles
  • Menstrual supplies for period kit distribution (unopened packages, please)
  • Donations are welcome at any of Planned Parenthood's Austin locations: South, North, Downtown. ... For more information, contact Melita Cantu at melita.cantu@ppgt.org.
PROJECT TRANSITIONS
  • Electric bed bug heater box
  • Waterproof pillow cover protectors
  • New mattresses for hospital twin beds
  • Small refrigerators (1.7 cubic feet)
  • Microwaves
  • Wireless headphones
  • Chromecast
  • Anodized aluminium pans
  • End tables for couches
  • Genuine leather recliner sofa
  • Couch
  • Chairs
  • Coffee table
  • Dining table and chairs
  • Pots and pans
  • Toaster
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishes
  • Bath towels
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF CENTRAL TEXAS
1315 Barbara Jordan Blvd., 512/472-9844, rcarlin@rmhc-ctx.org, www.rmhc-ctx.org.
  • Need for new, unused items:
  • Babies: onesies, baby hair accessories, hats, gloves, jackets, blankets, pacifiers and teething rings, baby wipes, baby laundry soap, rattles and soft toys, diapers, diaper cream, diaper bags, lullaby music
  • Toddlers: building blocks, flashing toys, learning toys, board books, coloring and activity books, sippy cups, soft spoons, clothes, push toys, stackable toys.
  • Teens: iTunes gift cards, headphones, hats, gloves, lip gloss, hair accessories, travel games, craft projects, books
  • Parents: gift cards (iTunes, restaurants), specialty shampoo and conditioner, nail polish, hand cream, books, scarves, gloves, DVDs
  • General needs: bed pillows, throw pillows, rugs
  • Gift cards: HomeGoods, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond
WITHOUT REGRETS FOUNDATION
PO Box 992, Austin, TX 78767, 540/710-3588, rebecca@withoutregrets.org, www.withoutregrets.org.
  • Gift cards: Visa, Mastercard, Target, H-E-B, Central Market, Walmart
  • Southwest Airlines gift cards and airline miles/vouchers for family trips
  • Airbnb, Vacation Rentals By Owners, and timeshares for families to stay
  • Hotel vouchers for families to stay
  • Photographer/videographer (in-kind service) to help capture family memories
  • CPA to help file taxes
  • Translator to help translate information into Spanish
Quality of Life
AUSTIN BAPTIST CHAPEL – ANGEL HOUSE SOUP KITCHEN
  • Monitory donations
  • Men’s gently used clothing (no suit coats, please)
  • Our weekly grocery list items found on our website
  • New ice machine
  • Gas cards to cover our daily food pickups
AUSTIN FREE-NET
6633 Hwy. 290 E. #100, 512/236-8225, juanita.budd@austinfree.net, www.austinfree.net.
  • 300 old computers that need refreshing to support workforce development IT certification program. (Computers can be laptops, desktops, PCs, or Macs.)
AUSTIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE
500 W. Ben White, 512/478-2165, bhalbert@ahfh.org, www.austinhabitat.org/restore.
  • See Habitat for Humanity's list
AUSTIN HUMANISTS AT WORK
  • 2000 pairs each of men's and women's socks, underwear
  • 1000 backpacks, wheeled suitcases
  • 1000 sleeping bags, mats
  • 1000 hats and gloves
  • Organization travel trailer
CENTRO CULTURAL HISPANO DE SAN MARCOS
211 Lee St., San Marcos, 512/878-0640, centro@sanmarcoscentro.org, www.sanmarcoscentro.org.
  • Outdoor weather-resistant display case (wall mount, locking doors, break-resistant acrylic, cork bulletin board, size 48)
  • Portable AC/heaters (Honeywell MM14CHCS)
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Amazon, Target, Walmart
  • Canon PowerShot SX60HS
COMMUNITY FIRST! VILLAGE
9301 Hog Eye, 512/328-7299, donna@mlf.org, www.mlf.org/community-first.
  • Electric heaters (Lasko 5572 Tower Heater)
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, WalMart
  • 5,000 pairs of new socks, new blankets, gloves, and hats
  • New artist canvases and art supplies
  • Gardening tools, gloves, and supplies
  • $25,000 sponsorship to provide a home at Community First! Village
DRESS FOR SUCCESS AUSTIN
701 Tillery Ste. A-5, 512/389-3723, austin@dressforsuccess.org, austin.dressforsuccess.org.
  • 50 stacked chairs
  • Black professional handbags
  • Professional work shoes (sizes 9+ preferred)
  • Mascara
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MUSICIANS AND ENTERTAINERS
  • Free advertising and promotion for upcoming event (annual sale)
  • Free advertising and promotion for upcoming event (music fundraiser)
INSIDE BOOKS PROJECT
  • Monetary donations for Holiday Fundraiser ($13,000 goal):
  • New shelving and moving expenses: $3,000
  • To send out packages in time for the holidays: $10,000
KAZI 88.7FM
8906 Wall St. #203, 512/836-9544, steve@kazifm.org, www.kazifm.org.
  • 4 desktop computers
  • 2 laptops
  • 1 new broadcasting board
KOOP 91.7FM
3823-B Airport, 512/472-1369, info@koop.org, www.koop.org.
  • Gift cards: home improvement stores
  • A set of 4 or 6 un-upholstered chairs
  • Copy paper
  • HP950 ink cartridges
LIFEWORKS
3700 S. First St., 512/735-2400, development@lifeworksaustin.org, www.lifeworksaustin.org.
  • Gift cards ($25): Walmart, Target, H-E-B
  • Adult-sized backpacks in dark colors
  • Adult-sized sleeping bags in dark colors
  • Full bed sets: sheets, pillowcases, comforters
  • Dish sets: plates, bowls, cups, glassware, flatware
  • Sets of pots and pans
LIVING HISTORY FOUNDATION
  • Office space
  • Storage space
  • Grant writer
  • Website design
MEALS ON WHEELS CENTRAL TEXAS
  • Blankets
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Lotion
  • Toothpaste
  • Towels
  • Wall calendars
PEACE THROUGH PIE
7421 Burnet Rd #280, 512/585-8132, contact@peacethroughpie.org, www.peacethroughpie.org.
  • Co-working space with fixed desk space (Impact Hub, N. Lamar)
  • 15" MacBook Pro w/ touch bar: 28GHz quad-core i7, 256 GB-Space Grey
  • 27" iMac Retina 5K/3.5GHz quad‑core Intel-Core i5/8GB/1TB FD
  • $10,000 for a mobile educational, pop-up space
  • Volunteers with knowledge of social media, curriculum development, grant writer
  • (Editor's note: email donate@peacethroughpie.org,)
SOUTH AUSTIN POPULAR CULTURE CENTER
1516-B S. Lamar, 512/440-8318, info@southpop.org, www.southpop.org.
  • Visit SouthPop – one of 12 featured nonprofits – at this year's Armadillo Christmas Bazaar on Sun., Dec. 16, when a portion of the sales will be donated to the organization.
TREASURE CITY THRIFT
  • Flat, square dollies for large bins
  • Regular dolly
  • New or used jewelry display case
  • Our own building
WITHOUT REGRETS FOUNDATION
PO Box 992, Austin, TX 78767, 540/710-3588, rebecca@withoutregrets.org, www.withoutregrets.org.
  • Gift cards: Visa, Mastercard, Target, H-E-B, Central Market, Walmart
  • Southwest Airlines gift cards and airline miles/vouchers for family trips
  • Airbnb, Vacation Rentals By Owners, and timeshares for families to stay
  • Hotel vouchers for families to stay
  • Photographer/videographer (in-kind service) to help capture family memories
  • CPA to help file taxes
  • Translator to help translate information into Spanish
YELLOW BIKE PROJECT
1216 Webberville Rd., 512/524-5299, austinyellowbike@gmail.com, www.austinyellowbike.org.
  • High fives and tailwinds!
  • Kids' bikes (new or used)
  • Shipping container
  • 14' utility trailer
  • Box truck
  • Windows computer/laptop
  • Laser printer/scanner
  • Angle grinder
  • Bike locks
  • Stop texting while driving
  • Space heaters
Rights/Advocacy
ACCESSIBLE HOUSING AUSTIN!
1100 S. I-35, 512/640-7781, jolene.keene@ahaustin.org, www.ahaustin.org.
  • New MacBook, desktop, or laptop computer
  • Truck in good condition
  • Gift cards: Home Depot, Office Depot, Lowe's, Visa
  • Standard-sized electric stove, ADA compliant
  • Professional roofing services – repair or replacement
ALLGO
701 Tillery Ste. A-1, 512/472-2001, priscilla@allgo.org, www.allgo.org.
  • 25 Boss Stackable Poly and Chrome Chair, black/silver
  • Optoma HD142X Portable 3D Full HD 1080p DLP projector
  • Hard drive
  • Jump drives
  • Gift cards: H-E-B
AUSTIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
500 W. Ben White, 512/472-8788, bhalbert@ahfh.org, www.austinhabitat.org.
  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Furniture
  • Appliances
  • Any other donations to ReStore at 500 W. Ben White (or 2521 S. I-35, San Marcos)
  • Monetary donations at www.austinhabitat.org
BASTROP COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY TEAM
150 Settlement Dr. Ste. B-2, Bastrop, 512/521-3001, ed@bcltrt.org, www.bcltrt.org.
  • Laptops, 2
  • File cabinets, 2
  • Office desk in good condition, 2
  • Office desk chairs, 2
  • Storage cabinet for office supplies, 1
CARITAS OF AUSTIN
  • Gift cards: H-E-B
  • Paintbrushes, paints, canvases
  • Winter essentials for adults: new coats, hats, gloves
  • Welcome-home basket: laundry basket, trash can, detergent, dish soap, cleaning supplies, bath towels, sponges, trash bags
  • Pantry items: cereal, oatmeal, spaghetti sauce, canned ham, salt, sugar, cooking oil
  • (Editor's note: Donations drop-off at 611 Neches, Mon., Wed., Thu., 8:30am-4:30pm; Tue., 8:30am-6:30pm; Fri., 8:30am-11:30am)
CASA MARIANELLA
  • Diapers and wipes
  • Socks and shoes
  • Winter jackets
  • All kitchen supplies
  • Sheets, towels, blankets
CENTRAL TEXAS FOOD BANK
  • Peanut butter
  • Canned chili, soups, and stews
  • Canned protein-like chicken breast or tuna
  • Canned low-sodium vegetables, and fruit in its own juice
  • Dry beans
  • Rice, pasta, and pasta sauce
  • 100% whole-grain cereals
EMPTY BOWL PROJECT
  • Storage facility (minimum 5-by-10 feet)
  • Wine glasses and tablecloth rental
  • Table and chair rental
  • Directors and officers insurance, plus event insurance
  • Membership to www.signup.com to sign up volunteers online
EQUAL JUSTICE CENTER
  • Bar-height table and chairs/stools
  • Standing desk(s)
  • Large decorative planters
  • Gift cards: Union Printer
EQUALITY TEXAS
  • Gift cards: Lyft, Uber
  • Gift cards: Southwest and American Airlines
  • Pro-bono graphic design services
  • Pro-bono printing services
  • (Editor's note: Contact kim.delinski@equalitytexas.org for more info)
FRAMEWORKS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
701 Tillery Ste. A-7B, Box 15, 512/385-1500, info@frameworkscdc.org, www.frameworkscdc.org.
  • Epson portable presentation projector (new or semi-new)
  • Dell Inspiron 15 5000 laptop
  • Dell swivel monitors (size: 20-22 inches)
  • Kidde AC/DC carbon monoxide alarm with battery backup tamper resist feature (units needed: 23)
  • Monetary donations
FRONT STEPS ARCH
500 E. Seventh, 512/305-4153, nfreeburg@frontsteps.org, www.frontsteps.org.
  • New underwear for men and women: L, XL, XXL
  • Winter hats and large gloves
  • Sweatshirts, jackets, coats (new or very gently used): L, XL, XXL
  • Full-sized toiletries: lotion, conditioner, toothpaste
  • New blankets, twin size or larger: no moving blankets or lap throws
  • (Editor's note: Please do not hand out on sidewalk. For drop-off info, contact Natalie at NFreeburg@frontsteps.org.)
KEEP AUSTIN FED
  • Full-size foil deep steam table pans and lids
  • Commercial quality insulated food delivery bags such as those made by Rhine House
  • Cambro GoBox Top Loader food pan carriers
  • Scales: WeighMax W-4830
  • Financial donations and volunteers
MANOS DE CRISTO
4911 Harmon, 512/628-4203, driehs@manosdecristo.org, www.manosdecristo.org.
  • Art supplies (ages 2-13)
  • Children's coloring books
  • Digital camera
  • Color copier
  • Folding chairs
  • X-ray sensors
  • New or gently used winter clothing
REFUGEE SERVICES OF TEXAS
500 E. St. Johns #1.280, 512/472-9472, mroberts@rstx.org, www.rstx.org/austin.
  • Gift cards: H-E-B ($25, $50, $100)
  • Blankets (all sizes)
  • Bicycles and new helmets (adults and children)
  • Bus passes (weekly, monthly)
  • Baby wipes and diapers (all sizes)
SAFE ALLIANCE
1401 Grove Blvd., 512/267-7233, inkind@safeaustin.org, www.safeaustin.org.
  • New socks, underwear, sports bras (all ages and genders)
  • Baby wipes, diapers, and pull-ups (sizes 4-6; pull-ups)
  • Hygiene needs: Shampoo/conditioner, hairbrushes, shaving supplies, body wash, face wash, lotion
  • Over-the-counter medicines: gummy vitamins, Tylenol, cough drops, allergy medications
  • Towels
  • Twin-size bedding
  • Pantry food, Similac blue can formula, toddler food
  • Gift cards: Target, Walmart, H-E-B, clothing stores
TEXAS ADVOCACY PROJECT
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Amazon, Walmart, Target (needed for Hope for the Holidays)
  • Light blue pressboard classification folders with 2 dividers and fasteners (letter size)
  • Administrative volunteers
TEXAS HOMELESS NETWORK
1713 Fortview, 512/482-8270, info@thn.org, www.thn.org.
  • Gift cards ($10-25): Starbucks, H-E-B
  • Gift cards ($25-50): Home Depot, Visa
TRANSGENDER EDUCATION NETWORK OF TEXAS
  • Trans, nonbinary, and intersex people who want to get involved with education initiatives
  • Attorneys to assist with name change and gender marker clinics
  • Volunteers to help throughout the 2019 legislative session
  • Graphic design/web design to volunteer their skills
  • Monetary donations to help fight anti-LGBTQ legislation in the 2019
  • Texas legislative session (via paypal@transtexas.org or www.transtexas.org to donate)
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