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Donate Items

The Capuchin Soup Kitchen gratefully accepts in-kind donations of household goods, clean/gently-used clothing items and more. These items go directly to those who need them. Scroll down for in-kind donation guidelines, location and hours.

Where to Donate:

Capuchin Services Center
6333 Medbury St
Detroit, MI 48211

Donations accepted Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

How to Donate:

  • Please have all donation items in bags or boxes if possible
  • Please place all donations in trunk or as far back as possible in the vehicle
  • Follow directions of the signs and staff. Pull up into the garage.
  • Advise the attendant of what you are donating. (see the donation guidelines below under “What to Donate”). Please note that donations will be accepted at the discretion of staff.
  • The attendants will unload the bagged/boxed donated items from your vehicle.
  • If requested, a donation receipt is provided.
  • All donations will be stored at least 24 hours before being handled by employees and/or given to guests.

What to Donate:

We gratefully accept:

  • Clean, gently used quality clothing (men and children’s clothing are always in greatest demand)
  • Clothing accessories such as belts, hats, and shoes.
  • New men’s and women’s underwear, socks, and hygiene items especially for our shower program
    Used or new shoes and boots especially for men and children
  • Winter gear
  • Bed and bath linens.
  • Baby and adult diapers.
  • Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, small working appliances
  • Non-perishable food items (commercially manufactured and packaged)

We do not accept:

  • Furniture such as chairs, or couches
  • Electronics such as used computers or televisions
  • Used infant furniture, car seats, strollers, cribs, etc.
  • Clothing with bad odor, dirt, hair, or clear signs of pest or bed bug infestation.
  • Household chemicals
  • Medical supplies

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