Current Needs
Donations
Our work is powered by community solidarity. Every donated good or supply—big or small—helps us meet our neighbors’ needs with dignity and care, reduce barriers, and strengthen our impact. Together, we turn shared resources into meaningful change.
PLEASE NOTE WE CANNOT ACCEPT:
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- Expired food
- Food with alcohol
- Medications
- Medical supplies
See each program’s needs below, including steps for how to donate.
IFC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, EIN: 59-1224041. Donations are tax deductible.
Community House Shelter
for Men
To schedule a delivery of items for Community House, call (919) 929-6380 x3000.
We cannot accept expired food, food with alcohol, medications, or medical supplies.
- Bath towels
- Washcloths
- Bath soap
- Deodorant
- Toothpaste
- Hand sanitizer
- Razors
- Shaving cream
- Shower shoes/slides
- Boxer underwear (size Med – 2X)
- PJ bottoms (size Med – 2X)
- Coats
- Instant coffee packs
- Cream
- Eggs
- Cereal
- Milk
- Boxed rice
- Boxed mashed potatoes
- Pasta and Sauce
- Granola bars
- Grits
- Butter
- Cheese
- Sugar
- Seasonings
- Serving spoons (slotted and non-slotted)
- Mixing bowls (1.5-quart, 3-quart, 5-quart, and 8-quart)
- Pot holders
- Dish towels
- Medium saucepans
- Large soup pots
- Hand mixer with beaters
- High-quality, hand-operated can opener
HomeStart Shelter
for Women and Families
To schedule a delivery of items for HomeStart, call (919) 929-6380 x4000.
We cannot accept expired food, food with alcohol, medications, or medical supplies.
- Bath towels
- Washcloths
- Bath soap
- Deodorant
- Toothpaste
- Hand sanitizer
- Coats
- Fitted sheets
- Pillows
- Pillowcases
- Blankets/Comforters
- Plastic utensils
- Instant coffee packs
- Cream
- Sugar
- Diapers
- Pull-Ups
- Baby wipes
Permanent Supportive Housing
To schedule delivery of items for PSH, email Debra Vestal at dvestal@ifcmailbox.org.
- Kitchen items (dishes, pots & pans, utensils, coffee pots)
- Microwave
- Small dining room table, 2 chairs
- Bed linens (full or queen size sheets and blankets)
- Cleaning products (general purpose cleaners, dish washing detergent, laundry detergent, trash bags)
- Recycled cell phones
- TV large enough for a living room (43″)
- Indoor TV antennas
- Entertainment Center/TV stand
- Gift cards (Target, Walmart, Harris Teeter, Food Lion)
Activate! IFC
To schedule delivery of items for Activate, email Alyssa Hinton at ahinton@ifcmailbox.org.
- Sun hats
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Body wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Refillable water bottles
- Duct tape
Community Market & Community Kitchen
Donations are accepted M-F between 10 am – 4 pm. Please do not leave donations outside after hours.
Please bring all donations to IFC Commons:
Access the loading dock by using the unmarked driveway across the street from Carrboro Family Vision and between 201 and 203 W Weaver St. in Carrboro (between El Centro Hispano and Even Dough Bakery).
If you have any questions, please call the front reception desk at (919) 929-6380 x2000 ahead of drop-off.
We cannot accept expired food, food with alcohol, medications, or medical supplies. For canned goods, both household or restaurant size are welcome.
- Canned Mixed Vegetables
- Canned Fruit
- Cereal
- Instant Grits
- Jelly
- Canned Pinto Beans
- Canned Soup or Ramen
- Dry Beans
- Pasta (not spaghetti)
- Mac and Cheese
- Lotion
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Razors
- Other Toiletries
- Grocery bags (paper, plastic, or reusable)
- Diapers – size Newborn, 4, 5, 6
- Pull-Ups – size 2T, 3T
Holiday donations will only be accepted between 10/1/26-11/20/26 for Thanksgiving and between 12/1/26-12/18/26 for December holidays.
We cannot accept expired food, food with alcohol, medications, or medical supplies. For canned goods, both household or restaurant size are welcome.
- Stuffing
- Cranberry Sauce
- Baking Mixes
- Mac and Cheese
- Chicken/Mushroom Soups
- Chicken Broth
- Canned Pumpkin
- Canned Sweet Potatoes
- Mashed Potato Mix
- Gravy
- Turkeys
- Hams