We are currently not accepting any donations other than food and hygiene products due to COVID 19.
Donations of new and gently used goods as well as in-kind services are another vital form of support for Family Service. There are ongoing needs for the following:
We are in immediate need of the following food for our community during this time of need-Peanut Butter, Jelly, Instant Oatmeal, Instant Potatoes, Pancake Mix, Beans, Rice, Cereal, Tuna, Canned Chicken, Canned Fruit, Spaghetti Sauce, and Spaghetti Noodles. Thank you for your support!
Our Donation Center is closed to all other donations besides food and hygiene products at this time due to COVID 19.
Food (perishable and non-perishable) for our Pantry. Our Pantry serves our families in need. FSA provides screened applicants with a week’s worth of groceries to feed their family three meals a day.
Fresh fruits and vegetables – In our effort to promote healthy families and programs, this becomes more important.
Children’s arts & crafts supplies – used in our childcare center and distributed to families in need
Kitchen & household goods
Toiletries – toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant
Paper goods – napkins, paper towels, Kleenex, diapers
Repair & maintenance services
Computers
Clothing & coats – new or gently used -work attire, shoes, and warm coats
Appliances (working washer, dryers, stoves, refrigerators and microwaves)
Furniture ( complete bed frames, sofas, dressers, chairs, tables)
Brand New Socks & Underwear
It’s hard to say “no thank you” to a donation. However, if an item is not in usable condition, the costs of handling or disposal pulls funds that would otherwise support our clients. FSA reserves the right to refuse any donation. Please dispose of these items through an alternative responsible source.
Please NO DUMPING! We can only accept donations during open hours of operation. Please no not leave donations here after hours.
Medicine (prescription and over the counter)
Hazardous Materials
Over-the-range microwaves
Dishwashers
Automobile parts
Alcoholic Beverages (beer, wine, hard liquor etc.)
Desks and large desk chairs
Sofas with beds inside
Oversize furniture items (china hutches, entertainment centers etc..)
Bed Mattresses
Futons
Pillows
Car seats
Open cleaning supplies
Electronic Items- no outdated or non working items please- NO BOX TV's
Medical Supplies
Donations are accepted at the Family Service Donations Center building, 612 Lawton Street in Redlands.
Monday – Wednesday 8am – 7 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m. –6pm
Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m and the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9-1pm.
Please call ahead if you need assistance in unloading.
Please contact Family Service, (909) 793-2673,
for more information on large donations or specific items.
$10.00 gift card to Stater Bros. to purchase ham or turkey (Most clients have a Stater Bros. within walking distance).
Any extra special holiday items that make the holiday more festive (Candles, dishtowels, treats, decorations)
Please call 909-793-2673 to find out drop off dates and times
$10.00 gift card to Stater Bros. to purchase ham or turkey (Most clients have a Stater Bros. within walking distance)
Any extra special holiday items that make the holiday more festive (Candles, dishtowels, treats, decorations)
This list provides the basic meal for most families. Family Service then tries to add a few items when available to extend the food baskets. Additional items include:
FSA will start packing and receiving Thanksgiving Baskets on the Friday before Thanksgiving and distribution will begin on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.