donation drives & in-kind donations
providing critical resources
gathering community essentials
Donation drives are critical to A New Leaf’s programs. They provide the most essential needs for the children, individuals, and families who are most in need in our community.
We cannot accept gently used or worn items. We work with local community organizations that do accept gently used goods, please find our list of partners here.
CURRENT DRIVE
HIGH NEEDS
WORKPLACE DRIVES
ANNUAL DRIVES
current drive: household & basic needs
A new year brings new blessings and challenges. As our client base continues to grow, so do their needs. Won’t you consider helping our clients by donating some of the items below or arranging for a workplace or neighborhood donation drive? Scroll down this page for more details.
Families are in urgent need, so please call (480) 464-4648 today to arrange your donation.
Please note we can only accept brand new and unopened items
- Planners/Organizers
- 2022 Calendars
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Whiteboards
- Dry erase markers
- Permanent markers
- Duffel bags/Luggage
- Plastic Storage bags/bins/totes
around the house
- Sponges
- Dish gloves
- Dish soap
- Cleaning Buckets
- Mops
- Brooms
- Swiffer Stick Starter Kits
- Small trash cans
- Pots
- Pans
- Mixing bowls
laundry, linens, bed, & bath
- Laundry baskets (Sterilite 1.5 bushels)
- Laundry detergent pods
- Fitted Sheets (Twin/Queen)
- Flat Sheets (Twin/Queen)
- Sheet Sets (Twin/Queen)
- Vinyl Pillow Protectors (for bed bug protection)
- Bath Towels
- Wash Cloths
- Shower Liners
clothing
- Underwear (adult women/men)
- Leggings (Adult Small-XXXL)
- Gloves
- Jackets/Sweaters
- Sweatpants
- Business casual/Interview attire
- Sneakers/Flats/Slippers
workplace donation drives
You can hold a donation drive at your office, place of business, or faith-based organization. The donations help the individuals and families in A New Leaf’s programs start their journey to independence. If you have questions, need help brainstorming ideas, or help promoting the donation drive, please call (480) 464-4648.
Please note we can only accept brand new and unopened items
annual drives
january, february, & march: household & basic needs
twin, full, & queen sheet sets, towels, face cloths, pots, pans, dishes, small appliances, utensils.
april & may: non-perishable food
Canned meats and vegetables, canned soup, peanut butter, 100% fruit juice boxes, ramen, cereal, packaged dinners, individually-wrapped snacks, baby food/snacks, bottled water.
Must not be expired. Non-family sized items preferred.
june & july: back to school
Backpacks, journals, pencils, notebooks, three-ring binders, paper, calculators, glue, scissors, crayons, two-pocket folders.
august & september: paper & hygiene
Diapers and wipes, full-size shower gel, shampoo, feminine hygiene products, toilet paper, tissues, paper towels, paper plates, napkins, plastic utensils.
october, november & december: holiday giving
Holiday Adopt-a-Family, gift cards, toy drive, socks, underwear, warm clothing.
drop off locations
monday-friday: 9am-4pm
east valley
A New Leaf Philanthropy Office
Donation Center
2245 W. Ella Street, Building A, Mesa, AZ 85201
(480) 464-4648
west valley
Riverboat Acres/Bingo
18300 W. Bell Road, Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 546-0077
have used donations?
Unfortunately, A New Leaf cannot accept used donations. Please find our list of partners here or call 480-464-4648 for more details.