Donate Hats and Mittens + Teen Gift Drive

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We are collecting donations of new hats, socks, and mittens to help keep children in Clackamas County warm throughout the winter, along with food and toiletry donations. Donations will be collected at the library until December 17 at 8pm. Stop by or call for more details.

Donors are asked to contribute non-perishable nutritional foods. No glass containers, expired food, dented/damaged cans, or previously-opened packages please. Ramen noodles will not be accepted. All food will go to the West Linn Food Pantry.

 

Examples of nutritious foods that you can donate include:

  • Canned meats (tuna, chicken, salmon, etc.)
  • Canned or dried beans
  • Canned fruits and vegetables
  • Brown or white rice
  • Whole grain cereal
  • Whole-wheat pasta
  • Soups, chilies, and stews
  • Peanut butter
  • Baby formula

New for 2019: Teen Holiday Gift Drive! Not sure what gifts a teen in need would like? Here are some ideas:

  • Gift cards to Fred Meyer or Target (please hand these to staff)
  • Digital clock
  • Books/Journals
  • Board cames
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Adult size socks
  • Color changing night light
  • Hat/scarf/gloves
  • 3D creature kits
  • Makeup kits or bags
  • Soccer ball/basketball, baseball mitt
  • Natural henna temporary kit
  • Adult coloring book with colored pencils