Immediate Needs for Families Seeking Shelter

Betty Brandt • December 24, 2024

IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR FAMILIES SEEKING SHELTER

IF YOU CHOOSE TO DONATE, PLEASE BRING ITEMS ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 5 OR USE THE AMAZON WISH LIST LINK

The City of Indianapolis’ Family Winter Contingency Shelter, run by Aspire Indiana Health, is providing winter shelter for families with children at the former Susan Roll Leach IPS Elementary School, 2107 N. Riley Ave., through March 31. Though not ideal, it’s a safe alternative to being outside. The shelter needs community support for basic needs, and you can find the list and an Amazon Wishlist here. For questions or ideas, contact ophs@indy.gov.

Family Winter Contingency Shelter Donation Instructions:

- Drop-off Location: Door 4 at 2107 N. Riley Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46218 (formerly IPS School 68)

- Drop-off Times: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or send Wish List Items directly via Amazon.

Family Winter Contingency Shelter Needs List

(ONLY THE THINGS ON THIS LIST)

Water Bottles
Continental Breakfast/Snacks
Toilet Paper
Paper towels
Disposable plates and utensils
Coffee pots
Coffee
Children’s toys and books
Pack and plays
Car seats
Formula
Baby Bottles
Diapers
Wipes
Pacifiers
Sweatshirts, Sweatpants – kids and adults. All sizes.
Socks, underwear – kids and adults. All sizes.
Coats
Hats, gloves, and scarves
Socks
Lice kits
Over the counter medicine, including kids medicine
First-aid items – band-aids, etc.
Shampoo, conditioner
Feminine products
Lotion
Chapstick
Cleaning supplies (bleach wipes, etc.)
Disposable gloves
Shower shoes/flip flops
Towels/wash cloths
Soap
Toothpaste/toothbrushes
Hygiene kits

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