Donate Items in the West Midlands
By Eliz Hopkins •
Knowing what items are needed the most in the West Midlands
Across the West Midlands, charities and community groups rely on donated items to support people experiencing homelessness, facing financial hardship, or rebuilding their lives after a period without stable housing. A warm coat, basic groceries or household essentials can make an immediate difference and help someone begin to feel safe, settled and supported again.
These everyday items do more than meet urgent needs. They help create the practical foundation that allows other support, such as housing advice, wellbeing services and skills training, to take root. Together, these efforts reflect the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Positive Pathway approach, helping people move from crisis towards greater stability and independence.
Below, you’ll find organisations across the region, the items they currently need most, and how to arrange a donation.
Birmingham based Organisations
WAITS supports women who are refugees or seeking asylum through practical help, advocacy and community support.
The Need: They are currently seeking donations of period products for the women accessing their services.
Donate via: contact them through their website or email waitsaction.enquiries@gmail.com to arrange delivery.
Growbaby Birmingham supports families with young children by providing baby items, clothing and practical help during difficult times.
The Need: They are currently looking for books for children under five, alongside other requested items shared through their community wishlist.
Donate via: Drop off to the growbaby locations detailed on the Birmingham Vineyard Website or Email growbaby@birminghamvineyard.com
St Basil’s supports young people aged 16–25 who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
The Need: They are currently looking for new, unopened single bedding sets and single bedsheets for young people moving into accommodation.
Donate via: drop donations to One William Booth Lane, Birmingham, B4 6HA, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, or contact fundraising@stbasils.org.uk to arrange a larger collection.
FoodCycle Kingstanding runs free weekly community meals, creating welcoming spaces where people can eat together and feel connected.
The Need: They are currently looking for vegetarian staple foods including pasta, rice, flour, sugar, tinned tomatoes and seasonings.
Donate via: drop donations at Birmingham Settlement on Kingstanding Road between 10am and 2:30pm on Saturdays, or email kingstanding@foodcycle.org.uk
Karis Neighbourhood Scheme supports families facing financial hardship through practical support, wellbeing services and their community Karis Babybank.
The Need: Karis Babybank is currently seeking clothing for babies and children aged 0–24 months.
Donate via: arrange a Wednesday drop-off appointment by calling 0121 455 7524 or emailing babybank@karisneighbourscheme.org
Coventry based Organisations
Baby Godiva supports families with babies and young children by providing essential items during financially difficult times.
The Need: They are regularly looking for nappies, wipes, formula milk, maternity items, baby clothing, toiletries and bedding.
Donate via: find current needs and delivery information on their website.
Bardsley Youth Project supports young people moving into independent accommodation after experiencing homelessness.
The Need: They are seeking donations of second-hand furniture, clothing, unopened toiletries and in-date cupboard food to help young people settle safely into their new homes.
Donate via: call 07943 688760 to arrange delivery or collection information through their website.
Carriers of Hope CIO supports newly arrived migrant families as they settle into homes and communities across Coventry.
The Need: They are currently welcoming donations of furniture, food and household essentials for families rebuilding their lives.
Donate via: visit their website for current needs and delivery arrangements.
FoodCycle Coventry runs free community meals that bring people together through food and connection.
The Need: They are looking for vegetarian staple foods including pasta, rice, flour, sugar, tinned tomatoes and seasonings.
Donate via: drop donations at St Peter’s Hillfields Church between 11am and 2:30pm on Wednesdays, or email coventry@foodcycle.org.uk
Coventry Haven Women’s Aid supports people experiencing domestic abuse with safe accommodation, advocacy and practical support.
The Need: They are currently asking for supermarket gift cards so women and families can purchase food, clothing and school uniform based on their individual needs.
Donate via: find more information through their website.
Coventry Foodbank supports people experiencing food poverty through emergency food provision across the city.
The Need: They are currently running low on tinned vegetables.
Donate via: supermarket collection points across Coventry (more about where those are here) or their online shop.
Dudley based Organisations
Manna House Pantry is a community grocer supporting local people with affordable food and everyday essentials.
The Need: Their most-needed items currently include squash and baked beans.
Donate via: follow their facebook for updated requests and donation information.
Provision House supports people facing financial hardship through training, affordable furniture and practical household support.
The Need: They are currently welcoming donations of clothing, homeware, household items and furniture.
Donate via: visit their website to see accepted items and arrange delivery.
Sandwell based Organisations
The Dorothy Parkes Centre runs Dotties Community Fridge, helping local people access affordable food and community support.
The Need: They are currently looking for donations of surplus food for the community fridge.
Donate via: contact them on +44 (0)121 558 2998 or email admin@dorothyparkes.org to find out what items are needed most and how to arrange delivery.
Great Barr Foodbank provides emergency food support for people experiencing hardship across the local area.
The Need: Their current priority items include tinned fruit, teabags, dried pasta, long-life milk and sugar.
Donate via: visit their website for current needs and delivery information.
The Mabel Black Country CIC supports new parents through their community baby bank.
The Need: They are currently seeking a range of baby essentials listed on their community wishlist.
Donate via: their amazon wish list or by emailing mabelblackcountry@gmail.com.
Solihull based Organisations
North Solihull Foodbank provides emergency food and practical support for people facing financial hardship.
The Need: They are currently looking for long-life food, toiletries, household essentials and everyday cupboard items.
Donate via: find the latest requests and delivery information on their website
Walsall based Organisations
The Glebe provides support and accommodation for vulnerable people across the Black Country.
The Need: They are currently seeking practical items including laundry detergent and clean underwear.
Donate via: their amazon wish list.
Tots in Need CIC is a baby bank supporting families with essential items for babies from newborn to one year old.
The Need: They are currently welcoming donations of baby items including pushchairs, Moses baskets, nappies, toiletries, blankets, bottles, toys, clothing and equipment to help families facing financial hardship.
Donate via: donations can be dropped off daily between 9am–6pm at 9 Yelverton Close, Bloxwich, WS3 3XE. Donations can also be taken to Old School Buildings, Church Road, Pelsall, WS3 4QW by arrangement. Contact them on 07538 209366 or email Tots.in.need@gmail.com to organise delivery.
The Lamp Foodbank, supports local people experiencing food poverty and financial hardship.
The Need: They are currently running short of toiletries and other non-food essentials.
Donate via: drop donations at Brownhills Community Centre during office hours or email info@brownhillsca.org.uk.
Wolverhampton based Organisations.
Hope Community Project supports people experiencing poverty in the Heath Town area of Wolverhampton through food support, clothing provision and community activities.
The Need: They are currently looking for donations of adult bikes that can be repaired, refurbished and given a new purpose within the local community. Bike donations help build practical skills, reduce waste and support people with confidence, independence and connection.
Donate via: drop donations to 40 Ling House, Long Ley, Heath Town, Wolverhampton, WV10 0HH, Monday–Thursday between 10am–3pm. If possible, please call ahead on 01902 556645 before visiting.
Periods Matter supports women and families in Wolverhampton with period products and other essential items.
The Need: They are currently seeking donations of period products to help people experiencing financial hardship access essential hygiene items.
Donate via: collection points, via their Amazon List, or email hello@periodsmatter.co.uk
St Vincent de Paul Society – Wolverhampton (SVP) supports people experiencing poverty through practical help, befriending and emergency assistance.
The Need: They are currently looking for supermarket gift cards to help local people purchase food and other essentials with dignity and choice.
Donate via: email digital gift cards or arrange physical delivery SecretaryF021402@svp.org.uk
The Ashmore Park Foodbank provides emergency food support for local people experiencing hardship.
The Need: They are currently seeking tinned meals, rice pudding, coffee and squash.
Donate via: drop donations at St Albans Church, Ashmore Park, on Tuesdays 9–11am or Fridays 4–6pm, or email stalbansfoodbankap@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Every donation, no matter how small, helps someone in the West Midlands move towards safety, comfort and stability. Together, these contributions strengthen the work happening across the region, where community groups, charities and volunteers are putting the Positive Pathway approach into practice every day.
Whether you give food, clothing, household items or your time, you become part of a shared effort to prevent homelessness and help people feel supported, connected and able to move forward.
If you are part of an organisation in the West Midlands whose work prevents or relieves homelessness, and you are currently seeking funding, items or volunteers for a specific project or service, we would love to hear from you and include your organisation in our Give Help posts.
Get in touch: westmidlands@streetsupport.net