What We Need
Your generosity changes lives. Below are the items our children and mothers need most right now. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.
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Baby Needs
Diapers, wipes, formula, bottles, onesies and soft blankets.
Everyday necessities
The people your gifts reach
These are everyday necessities. Your donation can help provide them to mothers and children who need them.
Care at home
Diapers, wipes, formula and soft blankets for babies.
Baby Needs
- Diapers (all sizes)
- Baby wipes
- Formula
- Bottles
- Onesies
- Blankets
- Baby soap
Clothing
- Children's clothes (all ages)
- Teen clothes
- Women's clothes
- Men's clothes
- Shoes (all sizes)
- Socks (all sizes)
- Underwear (all sizes)
Medicine & First Aid
- Children's Tylenol and Motrin
- Children's cough and cold syrup
- Oral rehydration salts
- Children's vitamins
- Adult pain relievers
- Antibiotic ointment
- Thermometers
Medical & Mobility
- Crutches (child and adult sizes)
- Wheelchairs
- Walkers and canes
- Bandages and gauze
- Medical tape
- Disposable gloves
- Alcohol and antiseptic wipes
- First aid kits
- Blood pressure monitor
- Pulse oximeter
- Heating pads and ice packs
Hygiene
- Soap
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Shampoo
- Sanitary pads
- Lotion
- Hand sanitizer
Food (Non-Perishable)
- Powdered milk
- Rice
- Cereal
- Spaghetti
- Mayonnaise
- Cooking oil
- Peanut butter
- Sugar
- Tea
- Cocoa powder
School Supplies
- Notebooks
- Pens
- Pencils
- Crayons
- Backpacks
- Children's books (especially in French)
General
- Bedsheets and towels
- Reusable water bottles
- Small toys and footballs
How to Give
Drop-off location
Queens, New York — drop off at one of our family businesses. Email us to get the address and a convenient time.
Shipping details
Out of state? We'll email you a free prepaid shipping label. Just tell us the box weight and size.
Contact email
info@careformothersandchildren.orgPrefer to give money?
Monetary gifts help us buy items locally in West Africa and cover the cost of shipping donations overseas — so every dollar goes further.
DonateThank you for standing with mothers and children across West Africa.