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In-Kind Donations

reStart is grateful to the generosity of the Kansas City community. Please review the items and locations in preparation for your in-kind donation(s). Click on the button below for outstanding questions. Thank you for making those experiencing homelessness feel at home.

Central Lodge Donations
918 E. 9th St., Kansas City, MO 64106
Donation Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Accepted Food Donations

  • Shelf-stable food product

  • Perishable foods (upon approval)

  • Pre-made food (upon approval)

  • Sack lunches - pre-made or items purchased separately

    • sandwiches​

    • bag of chips

    • fruit

    • granola bar

    • small drink

New Items

  • Pillows

  • Underwear

  • Hygiene products

  • Cleaning supplies

  • Food storage containers

  • Toilet brush and plungers

  • Dish soap and sponges

  • Paper towels

  • Toilet paper

  • School supplies

  • Blankets

  • Seasonal donations (e.g. Halloween costumes, new toys, off-site meal sponsorships to housed reStart families)

New or Gently Used Items

  • Clothing - all ages and sizes

  • Out of season clothing

  • Towels and washcloths

  • Bedding (sheets, pillow cases, blankets, comforters) all sizes

  • Bras

Not Accepting at This Time

Scheduling Perishable Food Donations

Please contact our Kitchen Manager to schedule perishable food donations. 

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Family Lodge Donations
3517 Main St., Kansas City, MO 64106
Donation Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Accepted Food Donations

  • Shelf-stable food product

  • Sack lunches - pre-made or items purchased separately

    • sandwiches​

    • bag of chips

    • fruit

    • granola bar

    • small drink

New Items

  • Pillows

  • Underwear

  • Hygiene products

  • Cleaning supplies

  • Food storage containers

  • Toilet brush and plungers

  • Dish soap and sponges

  • Paper towels

  • Toilet paper

  • School supplies

  • Blankets

  • Seasonal donations (e.g. Halloween costumes, new toys, off-site meal sponsorships to housed reStart families)

New or Gently Used Items

  • Clothing - all ages and sizes

  • Out of season clothing

  • Towels and washcloths

  • Bedding (sheets, pillow cases, blankets, comforters) all sizes

  • Bras

  • Kitchenware - plates, cups, mixing bowls, pots, pans, cooking utensils

  • Children's toys - in working order

  • Mops, buckets, and brooms

  • Laundry baskets

  • Small kitchen appliances in working condition - air fryer, crockpot, small microwave, coffee pots, pressure cooker

Not Accepting at This Time

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