Urgent need:
Pull-ups size 2T-3T, 3T-4T, 4T-5T and size 6 diapers.
AMAZON WISHLISTFeed, clothe, and care for children in our community.
Imagine all the food, diapers, and other household items your family uses in a day. Now imagine that multiplied by dozens of children and foster parents!
Basic needs donations and food drives are the best practical ways to support our foster children and community foster parents.
Our in-house food pantry not only supports the children and caregivers in the Residential Neighborhood; it also serves as a resource for Aftercare families who need additional food. Hosting a food drive is a great way to contribute to our mission and nourish the children and families who depend on us.
Want to help? Start with these most-needed pantry items.
- Pop-top canned chicken, tuna, or other protien
- Energy breakfast bars
- Pop-top canned ravioli
- Instant noodles
- Rice
- Pinto beans
- Pop-top Canned Protein (like chicken or tuna)
- Energy Breakfast Bars
- Pop-top canned Ravioli
- Instant Noodles
- Rice
- Pinto Beans
- Pop-top Canned Chili
- Heavy Soup, or Beef Stew
- Dry Pasta & Pasta Sauce
- Mac & Cheese
- Instant OatmealCereal
- Sweets (like cookies or animal crackers)
- Pop-top canned chili
- Heavy soup, or beef stew
- Dry pasta & pasta sauce
- Mac & cheese
- Instant oatmeal
- Cookies or animal crackers
For our current non-pantry needs, contact us or shop our Amazon list.
Host A Drive
A Basic Needs Drive can be a great group project for organizations or corporations! Casa de Esperanza’s in-house food, formula and diaper pantry not only supports the children and caregivers in the Neighborhood; it also serves as a resource for Aftercare families who need additional support. Hosting a basic needs drive is a great way to contribute to our mission and nourish the children and families who depend on us.
If you would like to host a drive, please contact our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@casahope.org or call 713.529.0639 to find out about our urgent needs, how to hold a drive, and more.
How to host a food or basic needs drive:
Set a target date.
Start by contacting our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@casahope.org or 713.529.0639 to find out about our urgent needs and make a plan.
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Share with your community.
Engage your network! Call and text your friends and family, send an email to colleagues, blast your drive on social media. Be sure to tag @CasaHopeHouston in your posts so we can share about your generous support, which will encourage others to give as well!
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Use our resources.
We’ve created a flyer and various social media elements to make promoting your drive as easy as possible for you.
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Go shopping.
Set an example and make a personal donation! Please note we can not accept items past their expiration date.
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Drop off donated items.
We will accept donations by appointment only. Please contact our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@casahope.org to schedule a drop off time. Please park in front of Building A when you arrive. A Casa de Esperanza representative will be there to greet you and collect your items.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What non-food items are needed most?
Call our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@casahope.org or call 713.529.0639 to find out about our urgent needs.
Our Amazon wish list is also updated regularly to reflect our most needed items.
Gift cards are another great way to support Casa families and they don’t take up room at your office! Hold a gift card drive for grocery stores, Target, Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Lowe’s or gas cards.
What items are you unable to accept?
Because of state licensing regulations and space limitations, we are unable to accept any used: clothing, toys, car seats, and household goods. We suggest you donate used items to Magnificat House (713) 524-7333, Memorial Assistance Ministries (713) 491-4331, or CCSC (713) 665-4000, all organizations that we collaborate with in serving the community.
Do you accept canned goods?
Yes! Pop-top canned food is ideal. All canned goods and other non-perishable items, including baby formula, must be unopened, unexpired, and not damaged. Due to City of Houston health code, we cannot accept expired food items.
What size clothing and shoes do you accept?
We accept new clothing, sizes preemie-5T for boys and girls. New shoes from infant size 1 to toddler size 13 can be accepted as well.
Can I host a toy drive for Casa de Esperanza?
Please contact us before hosting a toy drive, as we can accept only a limited number of toys. Email volunteer@casahope.org for more information.
Do you accept furniture donations?
We cannot accept furniture donations, but these items can be donated to Houston Furniture Bank (713) 842-9771, who we collaborate with for the furniture needs of our clients.
Do you accept open packages of diapers?
We cannot accept open packages of diapers. We can accept unopened sleeves of diapers from boxes, as long as they are labeled with the size.
Do you accept stuffed animals?
With immunocompromised children, we cannot accept stuffed animals, including new or unused.
Do you accept book donations?
We are unable to accept used books. However, new books are accepted on a limited basis. Contact volunteer@casahope.org if you are interested in donating new books, or shop our Amazon Book Wishlist.
Do you accept quilts, blankets, or other handmade items?
These items are accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please contact volunteer@casahope.org for more information.
Can I donate items for a raffle?
If you are interested in donating items to be used in a raffle, please contact donations@casahope.org.
Are in-kind donations tax-deductible?
Yes. You will receive a receipt for your donation at time of drop off.
How can I drop off my donations?
Donations can be dropped off at our office located at 2911 Corder St, Houston, TX 77054, by appointment only. Contact volunteer@casahope.org to schedule a drop off.