Your donated items can make a real difference in the daily lives of the young people we serve. From clothing and hygiene products to household essentials, in-kind gifts provide comfort, dignity, and stability for youth navigating some of the hardest moments of their lives.
Your donated items can make a real difference in the daily lives of the young people we serve. From clothing and hygiene products to household essentials, in-kind gifts provide comfort, dignity, and stability for youth navigating some of the hardest moments of their lives.
Your donated items can provide comfort, dignity, and stability for youth in our care.
Share your time, skills, and passion to empower local youth. Explore flexible, meaningful opportunities to get involved, from one-time events to ongoing engagement.
We gratefully accept new or gently used items that meet the current needs of our programs. Because our capacity to receive donations varies, we ask that you reach out before dropping anything off so we can make sure your gift gets to the right place.
Commonly needed items include:
Fill out our short inquiry form with a description of the items, the quantity, and your preferred drop-off timeframe. If you have a specific program in mind, let us know!
Our team will check in with staff to make sure your donation is a good fit for current needs. We’ll follow up with you within a few business days.
Once your donation is confirmed, we’ll share drop-off details with you. Most donations are received at our main office in Capitol Hill on Wednesdays. We’ll connect you with a staff contact so everything goes smoothly.
We’ll send you an acknowledgment and tax receipt by email after your donation is received. Donors determine the value of in-kind items for tax purposes.
Our Amazon Wish List includes specific items our programs need most. Items ship directly to us, no coordination needed. It’s a fast, easy way to make an immediate impact.
Looking to get your workplace, school, faith community, or group involved? Hosting an in-kind drive is a meaningful way to rally your community around youth experiencing homelessness. We’ll help you get started.
Reach out to our team at donations@sashabruce.org to learn more.
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In the District of Columbia and Prince George’s County, MD, more than 1,300 young individuals will face homelessness this year. When you donate to Sasha Bruce, you’re providing vital survival services to youth living on the streets or couch surfing, offering a safe haven for young parents to raise their children, and empowering aspiring leaders through workforce training. Your contribution helps create a thriving community where everyone, including formerly homeless youth, can flourish.
With your support, we can work together to end youth homelessness within our lifetime.
See what we are doing about it. Sasha Bruce Youthwork operates multiple residential facilities, all of which offer counseling, classes, and support that can lead young people back to a more stable and supportive family situation, or on a path to independence and self-sufficiency.
Yes, we are a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Keep your email or mailed donation receipt for U.S. tax deductions.
Absolutely! A recurring gift provides flexibility to meet young people’s needs. Set up a monthly gift by clicking here and selecting “Monthly”. Did you know that a monthly gift of just $15 provides one day of meals?
Unless otherwise noted or designated, your donation to the Rapid Response Fund supports survival services, counseling, job training, and provides a loving home for young people. Over the past five years, your gifts have helped move over 4,000 young people to exit homelessness.
Absolutely! Share key details of your volunteer request with Pierre at paba@sashabruce.org
Typically, volunteer opportunities last 2 to 4 hours.
Volunteers demonstrate community care for the youth we serve and assist in crucial tasks that maintain our facilities in excellent condition.
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