DONATE ITEMS | Find out what you can donate
Small donations (something you can carry yourself) can be dropped off at our warehouse (5643 N. 52nd Ave; Glendale, AZ 85301) during normal business hours (M-F 10-3p). For larger donations (something you'd need a truck for or that you'd like us to help you carry) we ask that you schedule a donation drop off time with us so we can make sure we're able to assist you. You may schedule a donation drop off by emailing info@packagesfromhome.org or by calling us at 623-934-3274. Donation pick-ups must be scheduled a week in advance. We do not accept pre-packed, sealed boxes as donations. If you want to host a packing event on your own, please contact us for guidance first. Please ensure food and hygiene items are separated prior to donation. Find a local Phoenix donation drop site here.
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For the health and safety of our military heroes, please check expiration dates prior to donating. Items donated should not expire within the 6-month period following donation.
Download a pdf version of our Troop Wish List here!
Key
denotes a "most needed" item
Food
Travel-sized, individually-wrapped items are the most helpful for our troops.
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Canned soup and entrees – small cans with easy-open tops
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Individual pouches of tuna, chicken, turkey, beef, salmon
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Top Ramen, macaroni and cheese – small, individual servings
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Instant oatmeal – individual packets
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Jelly – squeezable, in small, individual plastic containers
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Peanut butter – in small plastic containers (to-go sizes are great!)
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Slim Jims – all sizes
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Beef Jerky – individual packs, approximately 2-5 oz
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Nuts & dried fruit – cashews, peanuts, corn nuts, sunflower seeds, trail mix in individual packets, freeze-dried apples/mangos/etc.
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Granola, protein and energy bars
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6-packs of crackers or cookies
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Snack bags of crackers, cookies, pretzels, etc. - please, no chips
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Saltines or Ritz crackers
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Girl Scout cookies/cookies in small boxes
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Pop Tarts
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Popcorn
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Rice Krispies Treats
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Fruit snacks – individual size
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Gum
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Mints
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Drink mix singles – Crystal Lite, Gatorade, Coffee/Tea, etc.
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Coffee – ground, vacuum packed, K-cups, or cans 1 pound or smaller
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Tea bags – individually wrapped
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Hot chocolate packets
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Condiment packets – hot sauce, mustard, relish, ketchup, mayonnaise, creamer, sugar, salt & pepper, sweetener, etc.
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Tabasco and hot sauce – 2 oz size
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Dried spices
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Fitness supplements- protein powder, bar, pre-workout
Hygiene
Travel-sized, individually-wrapped items are the most helpful for our troops.
*Please note that we cannot ship aerosol cans
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Foot powder – 1-3 oz
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Baby powder
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Eye drops
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Lip balm
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Sunscreen – 6-8 oz
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Deodorant and/or antiperspirant – stick or roll on, please no aerosol cans
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Lotion, hand cream, face cream – 1-5 oz
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Shampoo and conditioner – travel size
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Body wash and liquid soap – travel size
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Ethnic/coarse hair products
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Hand sanitizer – 2-8 oz
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Insect repellent – please no aerosol cans
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Wet wipes (unscented) – packs of 60 or fewer
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Toilet paper – individually wrapped
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Tissue Packs – travel size
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Feminine hygiene products – tampons, pads, etc.
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Disposable razors
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Shaving cream – please no aerosol cans
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Toothbrushes – individually packaged
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Toothpaste – travel size
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Dental floss and disposable handheld flossers
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Band-Aids
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Dryer sheets
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Boot Socks, black, brand name – adult sizes
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T-shirts – adult sizes
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Boxer shorts – adult sizes
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Helmet liners
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Cool neckties
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Hair ties for female soldiers in natural hair colors: blonde, brown, black
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Cheap plastic flip flops in different sizes, to be used as shower shoes
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Hanging fly paper rolls
Recreation & Entertainment
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Paperback books
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Magazines
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CDs or music download gift cards
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DVDs or movie download gift cards
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Travel-size board games, puzzles, models, dominoes, etc.
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Electronic handheld games – poker, solitaire, etc.
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Puzzle books – crossword, Sudoku, word search, etc.
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Sports equipment and nets – ping pong, golf, basketball, baseball, etc.
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Video game consoles, controllers, and games
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Batteries
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Power packs/banks
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All-in-one Travel adaptor
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Small stuffed animals, beanie baby sized
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Phone charging cables (Apple and Android)
Packages For Hope
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Washcloths – new
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Toothbrushes – individually packaged
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Toothpaste – travel size
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Soap bar
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Shampoo and conditioner
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Lotion – travel size
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Disposable razors
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Deodorant or antiperspirant – stick or roll on, please no aerosol cans
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Lip Balm
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Brushes and Combs – travel size or foldable
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Cotton balls – individually packaged or travel size containers
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Q-tips – individually packaged or travel size containers
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Alcohol swabs – individually sealed
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Band-aids
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Boxers and Briefs – new in original packaging, both men and women, various sizes
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Socks - new in original packaging, both men and women, various sizes
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Tampons and pads
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Nail Clippers – new in original packaging
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Sewing Kits
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Shower Caps
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Fungal Cream – travel size
Bones From Home
*Please note that Military Working Dogs are 70+ pounds and may only use products made in the U.S.A.
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Canine ear cleaner
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Canine eye wash
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Canine antiseptic spray
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Paw pad cream
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Canine lotion
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Canine shampoo – mild, not heavily-fragranced, with an oatmeal base for dry/sensitive skin
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Canine bath wipes
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Grooming tools – brushes, combs, nail clippers, etc.
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Canine booties
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Collapsible water bowls
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4-6 ft. leashes and collars – strong enough for a 70+ pound canine
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Muzzles – strong enough for a 70+ pound canine
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Durable toys – Kong or Dogzilla
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Small bags of high-quality dog food – 1-2 pound bags, made in the U.S.A.