Donations

We accept donations of items listed below and financial support. We ask that all items be clean and in good condition. All donations need to  be in boxes as it is difficult to  transport items in garbage bags. If possible we ask  that donations be delivered and unloaded in West Virginia. Due to rising gas costs, we welcome any donations to help with transportation. Hands of Hope is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization  and an acknowledgement will be sent to you for any financial gift. If you desire a receipt for other  items donated, please send an itemized accounting to address below and a receipt will be mailed to you.

Hands of Hope Ministries, Inc. , P. O. Box 310, East Ellijay, GA  30539

Clothing Donations

Please sort clothing and label boxes according to gender and size. If possible we ask  that donations be delivered and unloaded in West Virginia. We accept good used clothing and shoes.

Food Donations

Listed below are items we need for the Food Boxes. Our current needs are approximately 300 of each item below each month. Hands of Hope purchases additional items such as canned vegetables, etc.  at discounted prices that are included in the Food Boxes. Please choose items from the list below since all Food Boxes need to be consistent and these sizes will fit in the box.

Canned Fruit – 15 ounce – Fruit Cocktail

Corn or Green Beans – 15 ounce cans

Rice or Pinto Beans – 16 ounce bags

Macaroni and Cheese – 7 ounce box

Pork and Beans – 15 ounce can

Chili or Beef Stew – 15 ounce cans

Ramen Noodles – 4 ounce packs

Cereals – 12-14 ounce bag or box

Please try to stick to the above items on the list. These are the items that have been proven to be accepted. Other foods that are not commonly accepted tend to be thrown away by the recipients.

Household Items

Small Appliances – new or good used – toasters, mixers, coffeepots, etc

Large Used Appliances – must be working and clean – no gas, electric only

Good Used Furniture

Lamps, Framed Pictures, Mirrors

Bed Linens – sheets, blankets, spreads, pillows

Towels – kitchen and bath

Pots and Pans

Dishes, Flatware, Glasses

Hygiene Items

Hair Products – shampoo, conditioner – 12 to 16 ounce only

Lotions

Soaps

Combs and Brushes

Shaving Cream and Razors

School Supplies Needs List

Each year Hands of Hope distributes school supplies to children and to schools in McDowell County.

Below are items that are needed:

Notebook Paper

Composition Books

Report Folders

Pencils and Pens

Markers and Crayons

Glue

Scissors

Christmas 2011

In celebration of the Birth of  Christ, we will share our gifts with others at our annual Christmas Celebration on December 10. Each adult attending will receive a food box and each child will receive a toy or gift. Everyone will also receive fruit bags and enjoy a meal after joining us for a special Christmas play performed by Ladies Night Out members. The following is a list of items needed for the Christmas Celebration this year. Please contact us if your group would like to donate any of these items. Food items must be sizes noted and can be purchased at reduced prices in Welch.  All items need to be delivered to WV or Canton GA warehouse before November 15.

500 Canned Hams – 1 lb can

500 Sweet Potatoes – 29 oz can

1000 Corn – 15 oz can- RESERVED

1000 Green Beans – 15 oz can – RESERVED

500 Jiffy Corn Bread Mix – 8 oz box – RESERVED

500 Rice – 1 lb bag – RESERVED

1000 Pinto Beans – 1 lb bag – RESERVED

500 Christmas Little Debbie Cake – boxes – RESERVED

500 Yellow Cake Mix – 18 oz box

500 Cake Frosting – 16 oz can

500 Hot Chocolate Mix – 10 pk box – RESERVED

500 Self Rising Flour – 5 lb bag

75 Baby Dolls – RESERVED

25 Barbie Dolls – RESERVED

75 Board Games for ages 5-7

75 Board Games for ages 8-12

75 Large Tonka Type Trucks

50 Basketballs – RESERVED

50 Footballs – RESERVED

50 Children’s Craft Kits – like jewelry making – RESERVED

25 Bath and Beauty Gift Baskets for Teens-RESERVED

25 Flashlights for Teens – RESERVED

25 Boy or Girl Watches for Teens- RESERVED

* Cost of toy or gift should be approximately $10