Our Needs List below is updated regularly and highlights our top needed items as well as a list of new and gently-used items we accept on an ongoing basis.

YWCA is only able to accept items on our needs list. Through this approach, the YWCA team is able to focus on our mission of providing safety, support, and hope to families we serve.

On an ongoing basis, YWCA does not have the capacity to accept all types of clothing donations at all times, therefore we only accept the items we need when we need them. We host seasonal donation drives to accept all other gently-used clothing. Dates for these drives will be announced on our website and social media channels.

Donations of items on our Needs List can be dropped off or shipped to YWCA Emergency Shelter (3000 S University Drive, Fargo) between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.

You can easily donate items needed by families at YWCA by shopping our Amazon Wish List and shipping directly to YWCA Emergency Shelter! View and shop on Amazon at ywcacassclay.org/amazonwishlist

Due to staff and storage capacity, YWCA is only able to accept donations of items on our needs list. This approach allows our team to focus on the mission of providing safety and support to the families we serve. Most used goods not on our needs list can be dropped off at our partner, Savers Thrift Store, 1623 38th St SW, Fargo, ND 58103

Due to storage capacity and greatest need, the best time to donate blankets and quilts is in the fall and winter months. Full-size quilts and blankets are most utilized and preferred over baby and lap quilts. Pillowcases and drawstring laundry bags are a great alternative if you love to sew and are looking to fill a need!

We are only able to accept donations of NEW stuffed animals. Gently-used or like-new stuffed animals can be taken to our community donation partner, Savers Thrift Store, 1623 38th St SW, Fargo, ND 58103.

Savers accepts community donations on our behalf and provides critical financial support to YWCA for items donated there.

Our partnership with Savers Thrift Store directly benefits women and children calling YWCA home. By accepting donations of items we don’t currently have a need for or the space to keep, YWCA receives critical financial support from community donations as well as gift cards that are distributed to women living in the shelter to shop for items of their choosing.

We rely on the community to help us provide basic needs for those seeking safety and support at YWCA. Organizing a donation drive is a fun and interactive way to make a meaningful impact! To get started, email volunteer@ywcacassclay.org or visit ywcacassclay.org/volunteer#drives