In-Kind Giving

Ritter Center accepts in-kind donations year-round. Our Client Services team assembles and distributes care and hygiene kits to clients who are experiencing homelessness. We are accept donations of new/unused items Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 16 Ritter Street in San Rafael. Please note: Due to staff shortages, our Food Pantry is closed to clients on Thursdays but can we can still take donations.

High-need food items:

Tuna fish
Dried fruit
Protein bars
Peanut butter
Canned chili
Chunky-style soups
Pasta
Pasta sauce

Care & Hygiene kit items:

Small bar soap
Shampoo/conditioner
Toothbrush (packaged)
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Shaving razors
Face wash/wipes
Body wash/wipes
Sanitizer
Toilet paper
Nail clippers

Winter Weather Gear:

Sleeping bags
Tents
Scarves and gloves
Rain Boots
Tarps
Ponchos
Waterproof/Warm Coats

Highly requested / Other

New underwear
Bras
Sanitary products
Socks
Shoes
Grocery store gift cards
Books

Got Questions?

For inquiries about in-kind donations, please contact Mayte De los Reyes, Client Services Receptionist, on 415-457-8182 or email [email protected].

If you have any questions about cash donations or doing corporate volunteer programs, please contact Annie Everett, Marketing & Development Assistant on (415) 847-8043 or email [email protected]

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Together, we can provide our most vulnerable neighbors the critical support they need year-round.

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