Donate Necessities

" I like to stay clean, but don't have money for things like shampoo and deodorant." -- Street Friend, Newark

Bridges gladly accepts gently worn clothing and seasonal goods. Although we accept clothing for men, women, and children, our greatest need is for casual men's clothing.

Out of respect for our homeless friends, we distribute only new socks and underwear. If you would like to contribute towards the purchase of these new items, please Contact us.

We are truly grateful for the items that fill our truck every week.

Donation Location

Oaks Center 120 Morris Ave (Russell Place entrance) Summit, NJ 07901 (Click for Directions)

Donation Days and Times for clothing and non-perishable goods

Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays by special arrangement only

Gently Worn Clothing

Blue jeans
Tee shirts
Sweatpants/shirts
Seasonal clothing
Boots
Sneakers

New Clothing

Out of respect to our homeless friends, Bridges always distributes new socks and underwear. If your group would like to purchase these items at a wholesale price, please Contact us.

Toiletries

New items and travel size are best. If you are donating a large volume of various toiletries, please put one of each item (shampoo, soap, cream) in a zip lock bag if possible. Needed items include (in order of priority) :

Soap
Shampoo/conditioner
Deodorant
Lotion
Shaving cream
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes

Baby Needs

Diapers
Baby wipes
Clothing
Blankets

Cold Weather Needs

Coats
Hats (new)
Scarves
Gloves (new)
Thermal underwear (new)
Blankets
Sleeping bags

Other Needed Items

Duffel/Tote bags
New backpacks and school supplies

Perishable Food Donations

If you have perishable food left from an event, contact the following Newark shelters directly. They may be able to accept your donation.

St. Rocco's Men's Shelter, 973-371-5266; St. Rocco's Family Shelter, 973-286-4175; Emergency Residence Program, 973-596-6816.