Donations

Safe Haven Shelter appreciates the generosity of our community. We value every donation, but have limited storage space. Please scroll down this page to note those items that we are in particular need of and those that we are unable to accept. If you have any further questions please feel free to call 218-728-6481.

Currently Accepting

These items may be dropped off at any time (Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm is preferable because we have more staffing) but due to limited storage space we ask that you limit the number of bags/boxes to five or fewer.

Women’s Clothing - All Sizes

Short sleeve shirts
Pants
Pants
Underwear
Bras
Socks

Teenage Clothing

Anything for boys age 12 – 18
Anything for girls age 12 – 18

* Please note that we only accept brand new undergarments.

Arts and Crafts supplies

Sketch paper
Watercolor paper

Household items

Silverware
Pots and Pans
Plastic Cups
Double Bed Sheet Sets
Towels (body, hand & wash cloths)
Sets of Dishes
New Pillows

Office Supplies

(ex. Copy paper, pens, etc.)

Special Needs

These items are in high demand at the current time.

School Supplies

Texas Instrument scientific calculators
Gift Certificates to Payless or DSW Shoes
Socks and Underwear/Boxers (all sizes - especially teens)
Backpacks (especially older kids)
Personal Sports Items (jock straps, swimsuits, etc.) (Gift certificates are best so we can buy the right size)

Non Perishable Food Items

All-Terrain Stroller (for use at the Shelter)

Henna Craft Kits for a group craft project Calendars for 2007 (Desk and Wall)

Full Size Quilts

New Pillows

Limited Acceptance

Please contact the shelter first to see if storage space is currently available for these items. Also note that all electronics/appliances must be in full working order as it is very expensive for us to get rid of broken electronics/appliances.

Microwaves
T.V.’s
VCR/DVD Players
Small table or reading lamps

Currently Not Accepted

When we have an abundance of particular items we put them on this list but encourage you to check back because we will likely need them in the future.

Used Children’s Clothing
Stuffed Animals
Used Children’s Toys
Shoes
Mugs

Not Accepted

Due to limited storage space there are some items we just can not accept. Please think about taking your donations to the Salvation Army, Goodwill or Damiano.

Men’s Clothing (children and teenage boys clothing is an exception)
Computers Furniture*

* The only exception to this is if you are able and willing to store and then deliver the items to the new home of a woman leaving the shelter. If so, please call the shelter and ask to speak with the follow-up advocate.

Cell Phones

Do you have an old cell phone that you're not using? Don't throw it away - donate it to Safe Haven Shelter! With your old cell phone, a battered woman, can call 911 in an emergency. In addition, as part of our recycling program, old cell phones can generate income to help us provide services. Drop offs can be made at Safe Haven Shelter or at Super One Foods in Superior and Duluth.

Money

Did you know?

$100 provides meals for 37 shelter residents for one day.
$30 pays for changing the locks on a house or apartment.
$25 pays the deposit for telephone service for a family moving into a new home or apartment.
$10 buys a phone.
$80 pays for educational supplies (school supplies, backpack, gym shoes, participation fees, field trips) for a child starting school.
$3 pays for transportation to and from school for a child at the shelter.

It costs so little to help so much!