Thanks to donations from friends like you, we’re usually able to meet the physical needs of those who come through MRM doors right on the spot. But our shelves aren’t always full, and we are always in need of the items in the lists below.

Personal Care Items (NEW/UNOPENED)
  • Washcloths
  • Men’s shaving razors (single blade or double)
  • Ethnic hair shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc. (family size preferred)
  • Cold and cough medicine/cough drops
  • Pain relievers, like Tylenol and ibuprofen (non-alcoholic)
  • Tissue, toilet paper, feminine products
  • Alcohol-free mouthwash (16.9oz and smaller sizes)
  • Ting Max Strength Athlete’s Foot Spray, 4.5 oz.
Clothing (NEW or LIKE NEW)
  • Clothing and shoes for men, women, teenagers, toddlers, infants
  • Women’s and children’s underwear (new)
  • Women’s bras — LARGE sizes especially needed (new or like new)
  • Men’s jeans — all sizes
  • Men’s athletic shoes — all sizes
  • Men’s underwear (new; boxer briefs preferred, all sizes)
  • Men’s belts
  • Please note: We currently have an abundance of adult socks.  However, at this time, we are in need of children’s socks.
Household Items (NEW or LIKE NEW)
  • Alarm clocks
  • Home cleaning products (new/unopened)
  • Kitchen tools and supplies — pots and pans, serving utensils, etc.
  • Small appliances — toasters, blenders, coffee makers and electric portable grills
  • Home electronics — microwaves, vacuums, etc.
  • Paper products — plates, cups, napkins, etc.
  • Plastic spoons, forks, knives

Looking to help restock our Pantry shelves? Please see our Pantry Needs page for a list of suggested perishable and non-perishable food items that we need throughout the year — used in our kitchen to provide meals to those finding refuge and care at MRM. Thank you!

DONATION DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS

If you’re able to help in providing any of the above items, you may drop them off at our Central Campus—through our Distribution Center (clothing, hygiene items, etc.) or Pantry (fresh food and non-perishables).

  • Distribution Center — Monday-Friday from 10am-6pm; CLOSED SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Holidays
  • Pantry — Monday-Saturday from 8am-4pm; CLOSED SUNDAY

Upon entering the parking lot off of Kilbourn Ave., veer left, drive down the ramp. There you will find both our Pantry door in front of you, and our Distribution Center door on your right as you begin to make a left turn. Staff will assist with your donation and provide a receipt.

 

Donations may also be sent by mail, whether sent from your home or purchased and shipped from a store (like Target, Amazon, etc.). Please address mailed donations to:

Milwaukee Rescue Mission
Attn: Distribution Center
830 N 19th St
Milwaukee, WI 53233