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United Way Gifts In Kind accepts both new and gently used items. “Gently used” items are not damaged or in need of repair, and have a minimum remaining lifespan of two years. The best way to think about something being “gently used” is if you would feel comfortable giving to a friend or family member.

We encourage contributions of the items listed below, as these are the items most needed by area nonprofits. Note: We also welcome other types of donated goods as well as gift cards from Office Depot, Office Max, H-E-B, Wal-Mart,Target, and Staples.

Office Supplies

Copy Paper (white 8 1/2 X 11; color 8 1/2 X 11)
Computer Software (Microsoft Office)
Toner cartridges (fax and copier)
Printer ink cartridges
Three ring plastic binders
Children’s books (0-18 years)
Pens

Office Equipment

Desktop and Laptop Computers
Digital Cameras
Copiers (large capacity)
Printers
Computer accessories (mice, power strips, keyboards, etc.)

Household/Hygiene Products

Bulk office kitchen items (cups, paper products, coffee stirrers, plastic utensils, napkins, plates, creamer, etc.)
Shelter Items (soaps, detergents, baby wipes, diapers, shampoo & conditioners, razors, feminine hygiene products, deodorants, toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, etc.)
Cleaning items (all purpose cleaners, bleach, rags, disinfectant wipes, antibacterial gels, etc.; these items must be in new, unopened and in original containers; non-chemical based cleaners also accepted)

If you are interested in contributing goods or coordinating a donation drive at your company, please contact Iris Graebner at (512) 225-0367 or iris.graebner@unitedwaycapitalarea.org

Gifts In Kind

Gifts In Kind Corporate Challenge Winner

One year ago, the United Way Resource Center opened its doors and began accepting in-kind donations from local businesses. This one-of-a-kind resource helps solicit office supplies for nonprofit agencies, helping them lower their overhead and allocate more money to the delivery of vital community services.

The Gifts In-Kind program started out with a lofty goal: Receive $1 million in donations by the end of 2007. Thanks to some very generous corporate partners, we reached that goal in September, months ahead of schedule.

And we're proud to announce that the 2007 Gifts In-Kind Corporate Challenge Winner is:

3M, a long-standing partner of United Way, donated more than $500,000 in items to the Resource Center. Everything from post-it notes to desk lamps to pens and copier paper.

Thank you to 3M!!!

And thank you to all of the businesses that contributed their items to United Way.

Gifts In Kind Members

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