Support TRAC Through In-Kind Donations
In-kind donations are non-cash gifts of goods that help meet the everyday needs of the youth we serve. This can include items like hygiene products, food, clothing, household essentials, and other basic supplies. These donations are important to TRAC because they allow us to respond quickly to immediate needs, reduce program costs, and make sure young people have access to the items that support stability, dignity, and independent living. In-kind support also gives community members a direct and tangible way to invest in the well-being of our youth..
Meeting Youth Needs
We deeply value every act of generosity, but to best serve our youth, we can only accept items that are truly useful and connected to our mission. By focusing on practical, needed items, we can make sure each donation supports young people in meaningful ways and helps us meet real, everyday needs.
Everyday Items. Real Impact
What Items can I donate to TRAC?
Food: Shelf-stable, unopened, unexpired food such as:
- Canned goods
- Pasta, rice, and boxed meals
- Canned meat: tuna, spam, etc.
- Oatmeal, cereal, and granola bars
- Peanut butter and shelf-stable snacks
- Instant meals (Hamburger Helper, Knorr Pasta, etc.)
Hygiene Products: Unused, unopened hygiene and personal care items
- Soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner
- Toothpaste, toothbrushes, and deodorant
- Lotion, shaving items, and feminie hygiene products
- Hair products for curly, coarse, ethnic hair
House Hold Items: New or Like New Items
- Cleaning supplies
- Paper goods
- Laundry and dish supplies
- Towels, washcloths, and bedding (twin, full, queen)
Kitchen Items: New or Gently Use
- Cookware
- Utensils
- Dinnerware
- Cups and tupperware
Clothing and Shoes: New or Gently Used Young Adult Clothing
- Solid Color Crew Neck or V Neck Shirts (M, L, XL, 2XL)
- Everyday Clothing: Pants, Shorts, T-shirts
- Occupational Clothing: Solid White Button-Up Shirts, Black or Khaki work pants
- Shoes: Black non-slip shoes, closed/steel toed boots/shoes, active tennis shoes
Other Helpful Items
- New or Like-New Backpacks/Duffel Bags
- Standard school/office supplies
- Gift cards, such as Visa or Mastercard or specific vendors (Walmart, Target, Amazon, gas cards, etc.)
Items that we CAN NOT accept
- Large appliances (stoves, refrigerators, washer and dryer)
- Mattresses, box springs, sofa beds
- Used Pillows
- Damaged, ripped, or stained goods
- Garage sale leftovers or unsorted boxes
- Items fit for children or babies (clothes, toys, car seats, cribs, bedding, baby formula, bottles, diapers, etc.)
How to drop off items
Call Ahead
To help us anticipate incoming donation items, we recommend calling ahead of time and let us know when you plan to come visit and for larger volume donations, a rough estimate on the amount of items. Feel free to reach out to Shey Andrews, Manager of Fundraising and Engagement at: 214-370-9300
Stop By
Drop by one of our two physical Drop-In Centers. We are open Monday-Friday from .
Dallas: 3108 Live Oak Street, Dallas, TX 75204
Fort Worth: 4532 Altamesa Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76133
We are deeply grateful for every donation. At times, TRAC may need to decline items due to limited storage space, item condition, or whether the items meet current program needs. This allows us to be good stewards of donations and make sure the items we accept can be used in meaningful ways to support the young adults we serve.
TRAC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, nationality, sex, English proficiency, or age. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please email your complaint to info@traconline.org.