At this time, we are only accepting new donations. Please contact Annie Lorenz at alorenz@mgstl.org or 314.830.6249 with any questions.

Purchase items on our Amazon Wish List here.

Marygrove Welcome Kits

Kids typically arrive at Marygrove with the clothes on their back, and nothing else. We make sure every child receives a Welcome Kit upon arrival, containing essentials for the body and mind. For more information on collecting and assembling kits, click here.

Toiletry and Personal Care Items:

  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Combs/Brushes
  • Deodorant
  • Liquid Soap
  • Shower Gel
  • Body Lotion
  • Disposable Razors
  • Shaving cream
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Antibacterial Wipes
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Toothbrush/toothpaste (any size – regular or travel)
  • Mouthwash
  • First-aid items
  • Vaseline
  • Lip Balm
  • Shower Shoes
  • Laundry baskets
  • African American hair products

Campus Needs:

  • XL Twin/Full bed sheets
  • XL Twin/Full comforters
  • Fleece blankets (all sizes)
  • Large bath towels
  • Kitchen hand towels/wash cloths
  • Laundry detergent
  • Dish soap/dishwasher detergent
  • Bath and body products
  • Beach towels
  • Pots and pans
  • Infant care products
  • Duffle bags
  • Reading lights/Night lights
  • Personal care items
  • Vacuum cleaners
  • Tools

Clothing (male ages 10-18, female ages 17-20):

Please note we are only accepting NEW clothing items at this time.

  • Belts
  • Socks
  • Coats and outerwear
  • Hats
  • Gloves
  • Shoes
  • Swimsuits (one piece) and swim trunks

Gift Cards:

  • Grocery Store gift cards (Dierbergs, Aldi, Schnucks, etc.)
  • Michael’s
  • Target
  • Wal-Mart
  • Marshall’s/TJ Maxx
  • Dollar Store
  • Game Stop
  • Amazon
  • Visa
  • Footlocker
  • Pizza/fast food

Activities:

  • Tickets for outings (theater passes, sporting events, water parks, etc)
  • MP3 players
  • Portable CD and DVD players
  • Earbuds/Headphones
  • Gaming consoles and games
  • Legos
  • Outdoor games (Tennis, Soccer, Football, Frisbee, Horse shoes, etc)
  • Sports equipment
  • Fishing supplies
  • Kites
  • Sensory Items
  • LED colored string lights

To make a donation from Marygrove’s wish list, please contact 314.830.6201 or info@mgstl.org