HOST A DONATION DRIVE
BE WHO YOU NEEDED WHEN YOUNEEDED HELP
HOSTING A DRIVE
When you host a donation drive— whether for food, coats, hygiene items, or household essentials—you become part of the solution to poverty and homelessness in our community. Drives are more than collections; they’re acts of compassion that meet real, urgent needs.
HOW TO HOST A DRIVE
Get the word out with our prepared resources.
Begin collecting items. Check out the full essential goods list for each drive.
Drop off your items to:
Cherry Street Mission
1501 Monroe Street Toledo,
OH 43604
Mon.-Sat. 9am-4pm
If you want to be featured on our social media pages schedule a time to drop off your items.
Thank you for hosting a drive and making an impact. We would love to celebrate with you.
Post your contributions on social media tagging us @CherryStreetMission or using #CherryStreetMission, and let us celebrate your generosity!
Cherry Street Mission would love to share pictures of your dropoff on social media. Email us the time and date of your visit, or send us a photo at logistics@cherrystreetmission.org.
GENERAL ESSENTIAL GOODS DRIVE
An Essential Goods Drive helps collect critical items for individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty. These donations provide comfort, dignity, and a fresh start.
We are in need of men’s and women’s clothing, hygiene products, new underwear, non-perishable foods, coffee, etc.
HYGIENE ITEMS DRIVE
Help restore dignity and confidence by collecting essential hygiene items for individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty. Hosting a Hygiene Items Drive is a powerful way to support our community and meet real, everyday needs.
We are in need of soap, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, razors, shaving cream, etc.
CLOTHING DRIVE
A Clothing Drive is a meaningful way to support individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, or transition. By collecting new and gently used clothing, you help restore dignity and provide comfort to those in need.
We are in need of men’s and women’s clothing, new undergarments, and career clothing in all sizes.
FOOD DRIVE
A Food Drive is a powerful way to fight hunger and support individuals facing homelessness or poverty. By collecting non-perishable food items, you help ensure that everyone in our community has access to nourishing meals.
We are in need of #10 size cans of corn, green beans, veggies, fruits, rice, pasta, eggs, milk, coffee, etc.
HOUSING STABILITY DRIVE
Help neighbors find their footing. Housing stability drives support individuals transitioning out of homelessness by providing essential items that make a house feel like home.
We are in need of kitchen items, bedroom and bathroom items, cleaning supplies, etc
WINTER COAT DRIVE
A winter coat drive is a meaningful way to help our neighbors stay safe and warm during the cold months. Many individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty face harsh weather without proper outerwear.
We are in need of winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, etc.