How to Donate

At Angels in the Attic (AITA), we are not just handing out “things"—we’re delivering self-worth. Survivors of abuse deserve to feel seen, respected, and valued. Every item we give must reflect love, dignity, and value. Every donation should reflect the true meaning of the word "GIFT."

Drop-Offs

All donations must be: Handed directly to a volunteer during donation drop off times indicated on calendar.

Delivered to:

2544 Miracle Lane, Suite B,
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(Backside of the Town & Country Plaza)

No items may be left outside the building or dock area unattended, per our lease agreement.

Donation & Volunteer Calendar

Volunteer Contact: AITA4000VOLUNTEER@GMAIL.COM (Ms. Mary – Lead Volunteer Coordinator)
Donation Contact: AITA4000INFO@GMAIL.COM (For any questions about what we accept or how to donate)

Accepted Donations List

Clothing:

New or gently used. Please LABEL EACH bag by gender, size, and keep clothing seasonally appropriate.

All clothing donations should be:
• Free from rips, stains, heavy wear, pilling
• No cracked screen prints
• No business logos or local team apparel
• No personalization or team numbers etc
• No clothing that promotes alcohol, drugs, abuse, or violence

We gladly accept:

Women’s clothing:

casual wear, professional/work attire, formalwear, bathing suits, jackets/coats

Men’s clothing:

same standards as above, as we are always in need. Teenage boys wear men's size clothing.

Infant, toddler, and youth clothing:

All sizes and both genders
Jackets and outerwear are always needed and appreciated for all age groups. This includes snow pants, boots etc

Baby & Child Gear

Cribs, car seats, high chairs, strollers, pack n plays, walkers, booster seats, etc.
Must meet current safety standards. Accident free & not expired. No known recalls. Must be clean and fully functional ready to GIFT

Bedding

Comforters, sheets, blankets, pillows, mattress protector & pillow protectors etc.
Must be clean and labeled by size.
Please tape together as a set if possible. We recommend painters tape and permanent marker to keep sets together & sized.

Household Goods

Dishes, cups, utensils, cookware, organizers, kitchen mats and more.
Small working appliances (microwaves, toasters, blenders, coffee machines, & crock pots etc.)
Bath Towels,wash clothes, hand towels, shower curtains, liners & shower rings, bath rugs, laundry baskets, storage bins, trash cans bathroom/ kitchen etc.

Personal Items

New socks, bras (sports bras) , and underwear (all sizes/ all genders)
Gently used or new shoes, purses, back packs or suitcases

Body wash, soap, razors, deodorant (men & ladies) shampoo & conditioner, hair styling spray & creams, body lotion, face cleaner & dental essentials (including denture care items & kids specific brushes & paste)

Pantry & Cleaning Supplies- toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, plastic cutlery, lysol, toilet bowl cleaner, dish soap, hand soap, bathroom spray, oven cleaner, deep clean-iron, mold, mildew cleaners, light bulbs, & assorted batteries.

Carbon monoxide testers & smoke alarms, fire ladders, fire blankets & small fire extinguishers.

Dry foods, pull-tab canned food, can openers, snacks (for car rides to relatives) microwavable meals, cereal, rice, potatoes, pancake mix, syrup, peanut butter & jelly, powdered milk, noodles & pasta sauces, canned chicken & tuna, water bottles, juice, & soup/ speggetios, fruit cups. Applesauce packs, & oatmeal.

Diapers, baby wipes, baby formula, baby food, baby bath & lotion, infant & children's ibuprofen, gas drops, & Vaseline.

Birthday Corner:

Cake mix, icing, cake pans, candles, basic decor, invites, table covers, plates & napkins, goodie bags & supplies

Toys:

Gently used or new. Bagged and sorted if part of a set & taped to it. Dolls with clothes, barbies, dinosaurs, cars/trucks. Work shop/ tools. Kitchen & play food. Stuffed animals must be new or like-new.

Mom’s Special Corner:

(safety purposes, self esteem pick up or job interview)
Items that help survivors regain confidence and re-enter the workforce:
Professional clothing, Perfume, flat irons, now dryers, New makeup and cosmetics, hair dye, hair brushes/combs, nail polish, jewelry.

Accepted Furniture (by Approval Only):

Items must be clean, functional, free of stains or infestations, and pre-approved via email.

Acceptable items include:

• Beds (mattress, box spring, rails, headboards)
• Dressers
• Kitchen tables with chairs
• End tables, nightstands
• Bookshelves
• Couches, loveseats, recliners

To donate furniture, email:
angelsintheattickristine@gmail.com
Include:
Photos (Dimensions & info if possible)