Donate Today!

Your financial donation helps us provide safe, respectful shelter during the coldest months of each year, and assists people in their efforts to secure affordable housing. We are incredibly appreciative of the community whose efforts have allowed us to not only continue running, but provide a better quality of service with every passing season. If you are interested in providing in-kind donations, please scroll down to see our current list of needed supplies. Craig's Doors is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Your gifts are tax-deductible. Thank you for your compassion and generosity. 

Craig's Doors onsite staff who receive in-kind donations cannot accept monetary donations. Online donations and mailed checks are gratefully accepted.

Volunteer

Volunteers are an invaluable part of nonprofit work. At Craig’s Doors, volunteers play an essential role in creating a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. 

Most volunteer opportunities involve a weekly two-hour shift, allowing volunteers to build consistency and become part of our community. We also welcome groups interested in giving back through service projects or other volunteer opportunities. 

No experience is required; we'll provide the information and support you need to get started. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Volunteers who will be working directly with our guests or community members are required to complete a CORI background check before their first shift. 

Getting involved is easy! Individuals are welcome to complete our Volunteer Interest Form below. If you're interested in volunteering as a group or have questions about the Volunteer Program, please email volunteering@craigsdoors.org so we can explore opportunities that are a good fit for you or your organization.

Please note that donating supplies that do not fit the guidelines on this list may add unnecessary costs for our organization. Please follow the guidelines on this list to best help us. For any items you wish to donate that are not on the list below, please contact donations@craigsdoors.org to see if your item(s) fit our needs.

Donations are accepted at the following locations and times:

Resource Center

434 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002

Open M-F 8:30am-4:30pm

Accepted Items

Clothes

• Adult-sized winter clothing & gear (new or gently used and clean)

• Adult-sized shoes (new or gently used and clean)

• Adult-sized socks (new)

• Adult-sized underwear (new)

  Survival Gear

• Tents (new)

• Tarps (new or gently used and clean)

• Adult-sized sleeping bags (new or gently used and clean)

• Hand & toe warmers (new)

• First aid supplies (new & unopened)

Hygiene Products

• Toilet paper (new & unopened)

• Toiletries (all kinds, new & unopened)

• Menstrual supplies (new & unopened)

• Body wipes

  Linens

• Towels (new or gently used and clean)

• Twin-sized bedsheets (new or gently used and clean)

• Blankets (new or gently used and clean)

  Office Supplies

• Standard 8.5”x11” printer paper

• Pens (new)

• Permanent markers (new)

• Masking tape

• Sticky notes

  Kitchen Supplies

• Non-perishable food (unopened)

• Coffee (unopened, bulk cans)

• Paper plates

• Plastic cutlery

• Paper towels (new)

• Sponges (new)

• Dish soap (new)

• Tin foil (new)

Not Accepted

• Anything for children (we serve adults only)

• Perishable food

• Dirty clothes, shoes, towels, or linens

• Craig's Doors onsite staff who receive in-kind donations cannot accept monetary donations. Online donations and mailed checks are gratefully accepted.

  If you are interested in donating any item other than those listed above, please do not drop them off at the Resource Center. Instead, please fill out the form below: