Sometimes it's the little things that change everything.
In-kind donations help us meet children's basic needs, ensure our participants don’t feel lesser-than, and create moments of joy.
Current wish list
Year-round needs
- Activity supplies (crayons, pencils, markers,glue sticks)
- Snacks (individually wrapped, goldfish, fruit snacks, applesauce, etc.)
- Prizes for Groups (squish toys, fidget toys, stickers, bubbles, etc.)
- Hygiene kits (shampoo, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant)
- New underwear and socks (children and youth sizes)
- Books (ages 4–17)
- Gift cards (grocery, department store, gas stations)
Seasonal needs
- Summer camp supplies (swimsuits, flip flops, towels, sunscreen)
- Back-to-school items (backpacks, school supplies, uniforms)
- Holiday gifts for children and families
- Winter coats, hats, and gloves
How to donate items
- Drop off at our office during business hours: [Monday - Thursday, 9am - 5pm or on Friday by appointment]
- Ship directly from our online wish list
- Organize a drive at your workplace, school, or place of worship
- Contact us for large donations or logistics help: info@brighterdaystx.org
Please note
For safety and hygiene reasons, we can only accept new, unused items unless otherwise specified. If you have a unique donation not listed here, please contact us before bringing it by.