Thank you for your interest in donating physical items in support of Nova Vita. Due to the generosity of our community, we are grateful to share that we are well-stocked and not currently in need of: bars of soap, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and sanitary pads.
Things We Really Need
If you are interested in donating items, please review what we are able to accept at this time. All items MUST be new, unopened, and unexpired:
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Tampons (Pads Not Needed)
- Baby Wipes
- Pull-Ups: Size 4T & 5T
- Towels: Body & Hand
- Reusable Water Bottles
- School-Safe Snacks (Individually Wrapped, Peanut-Free, Juice Boxes, etc)
Things We Always Need
Due to health and safety regulations, we can only accept items that are new, unopened, and unexpired.
Food & Non-Perishable Food Items
- Non-Perishable Items (Pasta, Sauce, Canned Soup, Canned Goods, etc.)
- School-Safe Snacks (Juice Boxes, Peanut-Free Granola Bars, etc.)
- Breakfast Items (Cereal, Juice, Coffee, etc.)
- We CANNOT Accept Items that Contain/May Contain Peanuts
Linens
- Pillows
- Bath Towels
- Hand Towels
- Wash Cloths
- Twin/Full Comforters
- Fitted Crib Sheets
Toys & Electronics
- Tablets or iPads with Protective Cases
- Electronic Alarm Clocks
- Journals & Notebooks
- Netflix Gift Cards (Low denominations – $20, $30)
- Baby Teething & Educational Toys (Under 2)
Toiletries & Hygiene Products
- Tampons
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Diaper Wipes
- Diapers and Overnight Pull-Up Pants (size 3, 4, 5, 6)
- Hair Elastics & Scrunchies
- Hair Brushes
- We CANNOT Accept Travel/Hotel Samples
Housewares
- Cutlery Sets
- Dish Sets
- Coffee Mugs
- Acrylic/Non-Breakable Drinkware
Clothing
Our closet is currently filled with winter items and we need a little time to tidy it up before we can start receiving items for the summer season. Please watch this page and our social media accounts (@NovaVitaBrant) for upcoming donations days and donation drop-off appointments in mid-April.
Things We Cannot Accept
Due to health and safety regulations, as well as limited storage on-site, we are unable to accept donations of the following used items:
- Toys and Baby Toys
- Baby Equipment and Furniture
- Furniture and Mattresses
- Houseware Items and Small Appliances
- Undergarments (Underwear, Bras, Socks) and Bathing Suits
- Food Items that Contain Peanuts
- Travel/Hotel Toiletries
Houseware items and furniture may be donated to Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Brant, who directly support clients of Nova Vita transitioning to a life free from violence.
We sincerely appreciate all donations. At times, we receive more donations than we can safely store and always share with our community partners who may also have clients in need. Our partners include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Saint Vincent de Paul Brant
- Margot’s Place
- Friendship House
- The Cancer Clinic
- Brant County SPCA
- The Kindness Centre (Freedom House)
- Youth Resource Centre
- St Leonard’s Employment Services
- Family and Children’s Services of Brant
- Woodview Mental Health & Autism Services
- Brantford Period Pop-Up
Schedule Your Donation
We are now offering donations by appointment to help ensure that we receive items that are currently needed and on our Wish List. See lists of items that we can accept outlined above. You will be contacted within 2 business days to confirm your appointment time, provide instructions for drop-off, and for us to express our thanks for your support of Nova Vita! Please note, we can only accept up to a maximum of four bags/boxes per donor at this time.
Please email donation requests to Anne Ruddell, Community Development Manager, at aruddell@novavita.org or call 519-752-1005 ext 228. In your email, please provide:
- Type of donation (ex. food, clothing, etc)
- What day you’d prefer to drop-off (Monday – Friday, 9:30AM – 3:00PM)
- How many bags/boxes you have for donation (reminder we can’t anymore than 4 bags per donor)
Thank you for your support!