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Monetary Donations:

  • Financial contributions help us maintain and improve our facilities.

  • Funds for purchasing essential items and covering operational costs.

  • Support for specialized programs and services for mental health or addiction support.

Volunteer Support:

  • Your time and skills as a volunteer to assist with organizing clothes, laundry, or serving as a friendly face to the community.

  • Professional services such as counseling, healthcare, or legal assistance.

  • Outreach support to help connect with more individuals in need.

Immediate & Urgently needed items can be found on our Amazon Charity Wish List HERE

Donations can be accepted at The Lotus Coalition Drop-In Center:

2210 E Columbus Dr

Tampa FL 33605

Tuesday - Friday

Hours: 9am to 1pm

If you’d like to schedule a pick-up, please call us directly at (813) 252-7009.

Clothing Donations:

  • Clothing

    Gently used or new clothes for men and women of all sizes.

    • New socks (one of the most requested items)

    • New underwear

    • T-shirts

    • Jeans, pants, and shorts

    • Seasonal items such as: Jackets, Sweatshirts, hoodies, coats, beanies, and gloves

    • Hats

    • Comfortable shoes, sneakers, and flip-flops (gently used or new).

    • Rain ponchos

Toiletries and Personal Care Items:

  • Hygiene Items

    • Toothbrushes (individually packaged)

    • Toothpaste

    • Bar soap or body wash

    • Shampoo and conditioner

    • Deodorant

    • Feminine hygiene products (pads and tampons)

    • Toilet paper

    • Wet wipes

    • Hand sanitizer

    • Lip balm

    • Lotion

    • Comb or hairbrush

    • Sunscreen

    • Insect repellent

    • Reusable water bottles

Other:

  • Food

    • Bottled water

    • Granola bars

    • Peanut butter crackers

    • Trail mix

    • Beef jerky

    • Applesauce or fruit cups

    • Canned soups and meals (easy-open lids preferred)

    • Canned tuna or chicken

    • Peanut butter

    • Shelf-stable snacks

    Miscellaneous

    • Reusable backpacks

    • Flashlights with batteries

    • Phone charging cables and portable chargers

    • First aid kits

    • Gift cards to grocery stores, pharmacies, or gas stations

    • Bus passes (if accepted by the nonprofit)

    Baby Supplies

    • Diapers (all sizes)

    • Baby wipes

    • Formula (unopened)

    • Baby food

    • Baby shampoo and lotion

    Pet Supplies

    ·       Cat and/or dog food

    ·       Foldable water bowls

    ·       Litter/ dog waste bags