Our Supportive Services

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A New Beginning 2026

Full Donation Wish List

A New Beginning 2026 provides housing-only support for women rebuilding their lives after major life transitions. Donations help us create a safe, clean, stable, and welcoming home where each woman can live independently and begin moving forward.

We gratefully accept new items, monetary donations, gift cards, and certain gently used household items in excellent condition.

Most-Needed Financial Donations

Monetary donations can help with:

• Resident move-in assistance

• Monthly housing expenses

• Utilities

• Security deposits

• Household furnishings

• Beds and mattresses

• Bedding

• Transportation assistance

• Emergency resident needs

• Personal-care supplies

• Cleaning and sanitation supplies

• Laundry supplies

• Home maintenance

• Replacement household items

• Program printing and resident handbook materials

• Administrative and operational expenses

Suggested Sponsorship Opportunities

• $25 — Personal-care package

• $50 — Household essentials package

• $75 — Bedding and bath essentials

• $100 — Resident welcome package

• $150 — Transportation and essential-needs assistance

• $250 — Bedroom setup assistance

• $500 — Major household expense support

• $800 — Sponsor one month of housing for one resident

• $1,000+ — Major housing and operational support

Bedroom Needs

We welcome donations of:

• Twin beds

• Twin mattresses

• Twin mattress protectors

• Twin sheet sets

• Comforters

• Quilts

• Blankets

• Pillows

• Pillowcases

• Bed-in-a-Bag sets

• Nightstands

• Small dressers

• Chest of drawers

• Lamps

• Bedside lamps

• Laundry baskets

• Clothes hampers

• Clothes hangers

• Storage bins

• Under-bed storage containers

• Small bedroom rugs

• Alarm clocks

New mattresses and pillows are strongly preferred.

Bathroom & Personal-Care Items

• Bath towels

• Hand towels

• Washcloths

• Shower curtains

• Shower curtain liners

• Shower hooks

• Bath mats

• Toilet paper

• Facial tissue

• Feminine hygiene products

• Shampoo

• Conditioner

• Body wash

• Bar soap

• Lotion

• Deodorant

• Toothbrushes

• Toothpaste

• Mouthwash

• Dental floss

• Razors

• Shaving cream

• Hairbrushes

• Combs

• Hair-care products

• Hair bonnets

• Shower caps

• Hand sanitizer

• Cotton swabs

• Cotton balls

• Nail-care items

• First-aid supplies

Clothing Donations

New or gently used clothing in excellent condition may include:

• Women's shirts

• Blouses

• T-shirts

• Jeans

• Pants

• Leggings

• Dresses

• Skirts

• Sweaters

• Jackets

• Coats

• Pajamas

• Robes

• Slippers

• Sneakers

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Dress shoes

• Work shoes

• Bras

• New underwear

• New socks

• Belts

• Handbags

• Backpacks

• Wallets

Professional clothing is especially helpful for women preparing for:

• Job interviews

• Employment

• Church

• Court appointments

• Probation appointments

• Community meetings

• Educational programs

Kitchen & Dining Needs

• Pots

• Pans

• Baking sheets

• Casserole dishes

• Mixing bowls

• Plates

• Bowls

• Drinking glasses

• Coffee mugs

• Silverware

• Cooking utensils

• Spatulas

• Serving spoons

• Can openers

• Cutting boards

• Kitchen knives

• Measuring cups

• Measuring spoons

• Food storage containers

• Aluminum foil

• Plastic wrap

• Food storage bags

• Paper towels

• Napkins

• Dish towels

• Dishcloths

• Dish drying racks

• Dish soap

• Dishwasher detergent

• Sponges

• Scrubbers

• Trash bags

• Kitchen trash cans

• Small appliances in excellent working condition

• Toaster

• Coffee maker

• Microwave

• Blender

• Crockpot / slow cooker

• Air fryer

Food & Pantry Donations

We welcome unopened, unexpired shelf-stable food such as:

• Rice

• Pasta

• Pasta sauce

• Canned vegetables

• Canned fruit

• Canned beans

• Soup

• Tuna

• Canned chicken

• Peanut butter

• Jelly

• Cereal

• Oatmeal

• Grits

• Pancake mix

• Syrup

• Flour

• Sugar

• Cooking oil

• Seasonings

• Crackers

• Granola bars

• Snack foods

• Juice

• Bottled water

• Coffee

• Tea

• Shelf-stable milk

Gift cards for groceries are also greatly appreciated.

Cleaning & Household Supplies

Because maintaining a clean and healthy residence is important, we regularly need:

• Laundry detergent

• Fabric softener

• Dryer sheets

• Bleach

• Disinfectant

• Multipurpose cleaner

• Bathroom cleaner

• Glass cleaner

• Floor cleaner

• Dish soap

• Sponges

• Scrubbing pads

• Cleaning cloths

• Microfiber cloths

• Rubber gloves

• Disposable gloves

• Paper towels

• Toilet paper

• Trash bags

• Brooms

• Dustpans

• Mops

• Mop buckets

• Vacuum cleaners

• Vacuum bags and filters

• Toilet brushes

• Plungers

• Air freshener

• Disinfecting wipes

Living Room & Common-Area Needs

• Sofas

• Loveseats

• Accent chairs

• End tables

• Coffee tables

• Lamps

• Floor lamps

• Area rugs

• Curtains

• Curtain rods

• Television

• Television stand

• Bookshelves

• Wall clocks

• Storage cabinets

• Decorative items

• Inspirational wall art

• Bibles

• Journals

• Devotional books

• Books promoting personal growth and healthy living

Gently used furniture should be clean, pest-free, smoke-free, and in excellent condition.

Resident Welcome Kits

Donors may sponsor a complete welcome kit for a woman entering the home.

A welcome kit may contain:

• Twin sheet set

• Blanket or comforter

• Pillow

• Bath towel

• Hand towel

• Washcloths

• Shampoo

• Conditioner

• Body wash

• Toothbrush

• Toothpaste

• Deodorant

• Feminine hygiene products

• Laundry detergent

• Laundry basket

• Journal

• Pens

• Bible or inspirational book

• Water bottle

• Gift card for personal needs

Employment & Reentry Support

Items that can help a woman prepare for employment and independent living include:

• Resume paper

• Folders

• Notebooks

• Pens

• Calendars

• Planners

• Backpacks

• Professional clothing

• Interview shoes

• Work shoes

• Work uniforms

• Bus passes

• Gas cards

• Uber or Lyft gift cards

• Hair salon gift cards

• Barber/beauty services

• Printing assistance

• Cell phone assistance

• Prepaid phone cards

• Basic smartphones

• Laptops

• Tablets

• Computer accessories

Transportation Assistance

Transportation can be one of the biggest barriers for women rebuilding their lives.

Helpful donations include:

• Gas cards

• Public transportation passes

• Uber gift cards

• Lyft gift cards

• Bicycle donations

• Bicycle locks

• Bicycle helmets

• Transportation sponsorships for appointments

• Financial donations toward vehicle expenses

Transportation assistance may help residents travel to:

• Work

• Job interviews

• Probation appointments

• Medical appointments

• Social Security appointments

• Educational programs

• Grocery stores

• Banking appointments

• Government agencies

• Other necessary community appointments

Gift Cards

Gift cards are especially useful because they allow residents and management to purchase specific items when needed.

Helpful gift cards include:

• Walmart

• Target

• Publix

• Winn-Dixie

• Aldi

• Dollar General

• Family Dollar

• Dollar Tree

• CVS

• Walgreens

• Amazon

• Visa

• Mastercard

• Uber

• Lyft

• Local gas stations

Home Safety & Maintenance Needs

• Smoke detectors

• Carbon monoxide detectors

• Fire extinguishers

• First-aid kits

• Flashlights

• Batteries

• Light bulbs

• Surge protectors

• Extension cords

• Basic household tools

• Tool kits

• Door mats

• Outdoor trash cans

• Lawn-care supplies

• Pest-control supplies

• Replacement air-conditioning filters

• Cleaning equipment

Office & Administrative Supplies

Donations can also help us maintain resident records, applications, handbooks, and housing documents.

We welcome:

• Printer paper

• Printer ink

• Toner

• File folders

• Hanging folders

• Binders

• Dividers

• Pens

• Pencils

• Highlighters

• Staplers

• Staples

• Envelopes

• Postage stamps

• Labels

• Clipboards

• Notebooks

• Copy paper

• Laminating supplies

Resident Independence Items

Because A New Beginning 2026 encourages every woman to live as independently as possible, donations that promote personal responsibility are especially valuable.

These include:

• Personal laundry baskets

• Individual storage containers

• Personal hygiene kits

• Individual dishes and cups

• Personal food-storage containers

• Planners

• Calendars

• Alarm clocks

• Journals

• Personal organization supplies

• Lockable storage boxes

• Reusable water bottles

Special Sponsorship Opportunities

Individuals, churches, businesses, and community organizations may choose to sponsor:

• One resident's bedroom

• One resident's welcome kit

• One month of housing

• One month of utilities

• A grocery purchase

• Transportation for a resident

• Employment clothing

• Personal-care supplies

• Household cleaning supplies

• Laundry supplies

• A new mattress

• Bedding

• A holiday meal

• Birthday essentials

• Educational materials

• Technology for employment searches

• Emergency resident needs

Business & Community Partnerships

We welcome partnerships with:

• Churches

• Ministries

• Restaurants

• Grocery stores

• Retail stores

• Furniture stores

• Mattress companies

• Hotels

• Apartment communities

• Cleaning-supply companies

• Moving companies

• Transportation companies

• Healthcare organizations

• Women's organizations

• Reentry organizations

• Civic groups

• Community foundations

• Local businesses

Businesses may donate:

• Merchandise

• Gift cards

• Furniture

• Household goods

• Cleaning products

• Food

• Transportation

• Professional services

• Financial sponsorships

• Employee donation drives

Host a Donation Drive

Your church, business, organization, school, or community group can host a donation drive for A New Beginning 2026.

Popular donation-drive themes include:

Bedroom Drive

• Twin sheets

• Comforters

• Pillows

• Mattress protectors

• Lamps

Personal-Care Drive

• Shampoo

• Body wash

• Toothpaste

• Deodorant

• Feminine hygiene products

Cleaning-Supply Drive

• Laundry detergent

• Disinfectant

• Paper towels

• Trash bags

• Cleaning supplies

Welcome Home Drive

• Towels

• Bedding

• Hygiene products

• Journals

• Gift cards

Employment Drive

• Professional clothing

• Shoes

• Backpacks

• Office supplies

• Transportation gift cards

Items We Are Not Be Able to Accept

For the health and safety of our residents, please contact us (904-716-3388) before donating:

• Used mattresses

• Used pillows

• Opened toiletries

• Opened food

• Expired food

• Prescription medications

• Used underwear

• Damaged furniture

• Furniture with stains or odors

• Items from homes with bedbugs, fleas, or other pest concerns

• Broken appliances

• Unsafe electrical equipment

• Weapons

• Alcohol

• Tobacco products

• Illegal substances

Every Donation Makes a Difference

Whether you give a toothbrush, a set of sheets, a grocery gift card, a bed, or financial support, your donation helps provide stability to a woman working toward a new beginning.

Our goal is not simply to provide a place to stay. We want every woman entering A New Beginning 2026 to have a clean, safe, dignified environment where she can take responsibility for her future and rebuild her life independently.

Thank you for helping us give women an opportunity for A New Beginning.

WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR ALL DONATIONS!  

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