CFPA accepts non-monetary and in-kind donations to help support our clients and our client services.

We are proud to work with our local community to provide our clients with everything they might need while they seek our services and stay with us in shelter. From food drives to diaper donations to new household goods, we will happily work with you to help meet our clients’ needs. We thrive on donations and are grateful for your interest in helping.

For questions about hosting a donation drive or regarding our current most pressing needs, please call Kelly at 309-691-0551.

Food and Pantry Needs

Perishable food, including fresh meat, eggs, milk, and fresh produce
Canned tuna and chicken
Coffee, cream, and sugar
Oatmeal
Microwavable rice, pasta, and other side dishes
Peanut butter and jelly
Bottled water and juice boxes
Boxed breakfast items – cereals, oatmeal packets, granola bars, Pop-Tarts
Healthy snack items for children
Medium-size clear tote bins with lids (Rubbermaid/Sterilite)
Gallon-size Ziploc bags
Canned fruits and vegetables
Canned soups, stews and pastas

Shelter Needs (New/Unopened)

Cleaning supplies: Clorox-type wipes, bleach-free multipurpose/surface cleaner, sponges
Febreze and Static Guard
Pajamas for a variety of ages and genders
Packaged socks and underwear (new)
Deodorant
Shaving cream – women’s and men’s
Full-sized shampoo, conditioner, liquid body wash, and face wash
Disposable razors with cartridges
Personal hygiene products
Toothbrushes/toothpaste/floss
Diapers and baby wipes
Baby formula
Laundry detergent and dryer sheets
Paper towels and toilet paper
Dish and hand soap
Assorted sizes of Ziploc bags
Full-size hand sanitizer
Cling wrap, wax paper, and aluminum foil
Cotton swabs
Large garbage bags
New or gently used umbrellas
Infant size car seat (still in original packaging)
Toddler size car seat (still in original packaging)

Household Items (New)

Kitchen garbage can
Dish drainer
Hand mixer
Cutting board
Pots and pans, cookie sheets, and baking pans (9 x 13 and 8 x 8)
Cooking utensils: spatulas, whisks, can openers, stirring spoons, etc.
Measuring cups and spoons
Food storage containers
Silverware
Plastic, dishwasher-safe drinking glasses
Mixing bowls
Potholders
Hand towels, dishtowels, bath towels, and wash cloths
Brooms, dustpans, and mops
Shower curtain, liner, and hooks
Small bathroom garbage cans
Laundry baskets
Vacuum
Toaster
Coffee Pot
Full and twin sheet sets, comforters, and mattress pads

Donation Drives

If your organization, business, club, or group is interested in doing a food or donation drive to benefit CFPA, please call 309-691-0551 to find out about our immediate or mass donation needs.

Clothing Donations

CFPA accepts gently used clothing. Due to overwhelming generosity from our community and the limited space we have available, we are able to accept a maximum of four bags of new or gently used clothing per donor, per month.

Furniture and Large Item Donations

Furniture and other large items are accepted with prior approval from CFPA.

Items Not Accepted

Due to limited space and the safety and health of our clients and staff, we cannot accept some items. We are unable to accept used stuffed animals, old televisions, microwaves, computers, cribs, child car seats, or any items damaged by smoke, water, odor, or stains.

For more information about non-monetary donations, please call 309-691-0551 or click here.