Basic Needs Donation Drive

Basic Needs Donation Drive

February 28, 2026 | 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

In Central Minnesota, many are struggling to get basic essentials like soap, toothpaste, toilet paper and other items that most of us take for granted. Families and individuals within our community are forced to make heartbreaking choices between basic necessities and other crucial expenses.

Join us as we collect donations of basic need items to ensure everyone has access to the essentials and bring a little comfort to those who need it most.

Items needed

  • Body wash
  • Conditioner
  • Dental floss
  • Deodorant
  • Dish soap
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Fabric softener
  • Facial tissues
  • Hair comb/brush
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hand soap
  • Laundry soap
  • Lip balm
  • Lotion
  • Mouth wash
  • Razors
  • Shampoo
  • Tampons/pads
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Vaseline

Donation collection: 

January 22 - February 28, 2026

United Way of Central Minnesota
921 1st Street North
St. Cloud, MN 56303

Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
2835 W St Germain St Ste 100
St. Cloud, MN 56301

Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Donations will go to United Way of Central MN Community Partners

Make a monetary donation

Questions? 

Mary Krippner - mkrippner@unitedwayhelps.org

320-223-7991

 

VolunteerUNITED sponsored by: Affinity Plus