Donate goods for survivors
Thank you for your interest in supporting YWCA San Diego County and our life-changing services for survivors of domestic violence. Your donations of gift cards and in-kind goods will support adults and children as they rebuild their lives and establish homes of their own.
Please contact Darlene Moreno at 619.239.0355 x225 or dmoreno@ywcasandiego.org to confirm our current wish list and learn more about other ways to help the families we serve.
Current In-Kind Needs
Gift Cards
Provide flexibility for survivors to chose the critical necessities for their families, such as food, clothing, and medication.
- Walmart, Visa, and Target
Mindfulness Kits – new items only
Help adult and child survivors continue their healing and enjoy time together with engaging, calming activities. Gender neutral items preferred.
- Coloring books and pencils (adults and children)
- Journals
- Mindfulness/meditation cards
- Small indoor garden sets
- Jigsaw puzzles
- Word puzzles
- Card games and playing cards
- Stress-relieving craft kits (e.g., origami, painting, knitting, and airplane making)
Home Starter Packs – new items only
Support survivors to begin new lives in homes of their own with basic essentials to regain a sense of safety and stability.
- Comforter sets (full and queen)
- Small tool kits
- Flashlights and batteries
- First aid kits
- Small upright or handheld vacuum cleaners
- Clothing irons
- Collapsible laundry baskets
- Brooms, dustpans, and mops
- Cleaning supplies
- Reusable water bottles
- Filtered water pitcher
Contact
Darlene Moreno
Development Coordinator
619.239.0355 x225
Voices of Strength and Courage
“When I was at my lowest point and losing hope, you saved us. You gave me a safe place to stay with my cat and helped me regain my strength. Although I’m still not fully healed, I know that we will be okay.”
“It was so hard to imagine that I could have a different life for my children. For the first time, I’m excited and hopeful about our future.”
“I was feeling so helpless and alone. You were there for me and my children and treated us like family. Because of YWCA, I’m working now and we’re living in our own home. All of this is because of your help and encouragement. I will always be grateful.”
“After years of hidden abuse, I was broken, ashamed, and confused. She had convinced me it was all my fault. YWCA helped me regain my self-worth as a person, and most importantly, as a father. You literally changed my life.”
“I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to take care of my son on my own. Thanks to YWCA, we’re in our own home and getting better every day. I never felt alone because I had so much support from all of you. Thank you for helping us get through this.”
“I’m grateful for all of the support and guidance you gave me. My children are doing much better now and I know we will keep getting stronger. Thank you for everything.”
