In-Kind Donations

RISE gratefully accepts in-kind donations throughout the year to support the refugee and immigrant families we serve. Drop-offs can be made at the RISE Southside Office, located at 302 Burt St., Syracuse, NY 13202, during office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Tax-deductible donation receipts are available upon request.

PLEASE NOTE: At this time, we are not accepting large furniture donations.

Below is a categorized list of most-needed items. Items in bold are in especially high demand, though all listed donations are welcomed and appreciated.

Education Program Wish List

Traditional Classroom Supplies: Notebooks, folders, writing utensils, crayons & washable markers, rulers, small hand calculators, glue, scissors, wipe boards
Creative/Fun Supplies: Construction paper, poster boards, cloth and textured craft materials, easels, watercolor paints, chalk, sketchbooks, board/interactive games
Backpacks for students with demonstrated need

Winter Clothing Drive Wish List

Winter coats, mittens/gloves, hats, boots, snowsuits
Socks, sweaters, sweatshirts, scarves
Blankets and comforters

Family Wish List

Gift Certificates: Walmart, Target, K-Mart, Family Dollar, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Wegmans, Tops, Aldi, PriceRite, Payless, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Gas cards
Baby/Infant Supplies: Diapers, baby wipes, burp cloths, slings/carriers, car seats (new or gently used), strollers, baby gates, toys and games, infant formula
Household Supplies: Cleaners, laundry detergent, vacuum cleaners, mops, brooms, lightly used pots and pans, alarm clocks
Personal Care Products: Shampoo, conditioner, soap, body wash, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, hand sanitizer, razors, shaving cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste
Bedding and Linens: Blankets, comforters, pillows, sheets, sleeping bags