You can make a difference by volunteering your time or donating much needed items.  While we always welcome donations of any kind, we are currently experiencing a high need for the items below.  

 

To coordinate a donation drive, contact Missy Reams by email at mreams@bidwellriverside.org or by phone at 515-244-6251 ext. 5.

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Most Needed Items

• Laundry Detergent

• Canned Meats 

• Size 3, 4, 5 diapers

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Personal Items

• Toilet Paper

• Shampoo

• Soap

• Deodorant

• Toothpaste

• Toothbrushes

• Feminine Hygiene Products

• Razors

 

Paper Products​

• Kleenex

• Paper towels

• Napkins

• 13 Gallon Trash Bags

• 35 Gallon Trash Bags

• Plastic Silverware & Plates

• Zipper Sandwich Bags

 

Other Items

• Twin Bedding (sheets & comforters)

• Can Openers 

• Plastic Grocery Bags (used to bag items)

• Pet Food

 

Clothing & Household Items

• All items except furniture

• Coats, Hats & Gloves

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Diapers

• Size 4

• Size 5

• Wipes

• Adult sizes

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Food Donations

• Canned Meat

• Cereal

• Soup

• Meal Helpers to go with proteins (Hamburger Helpers, Tuna Helper and Chicken Helper)

• Spaghetti Noodles

• Spaghetti Sauce

• Instant Potatoes, Au gratin Potatoes, etc. 

• Lipton or Knor Instant Noodles or Rice

• Peanut Butter 

• Ramen Noodles

• Canned Fruit

• Mac-n-Cheese

• Muffin and Cornbread Mixes

• Chef Boyardee with meat

• Healthy Breakfast Bars

• Pancake Mix & Syrup

 

Cleaning Supplies

• Dish Soap

• Windex

• Dishwashing Soap

• Laundry Detergent

• Pinesol or Disinfectant