Relatives and kinship caregivers often find themselves suddenly stepping into a caregiving role without the material items or financial resources needed to support a child. At CH/LSS, we recognize these challenges and created the Community Closet to help remove barriers and ensure every youth has what they need to feel safe, comfortable, and supported.
Our Community Closet provides caregivers with free access to essential items. These resources help reduce financial stress and ensure caregivers can focus on what matters most: providing a nurturing environment for the youth in their care.
Help Brighten a Child’s Day!
You can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children experiencing foster care in Minnesota by donating to our Community Closet. All donated items are made available to families at our Children’s Home office in Saint Paul and distributed during events that support foster families.
All donated items must be in brand-new condition.
Donations can be delivered directly to our Saint Paul office.
Host a Donation Drive
Interested in organizing a donation drive in your community? We’d love to partner with you! We can provide signage, materials, and coordination support to ensure donations reach our Saint Paul office smoothly.
To get started, contact Sam Brannon:
📧 [email protected]
📞 651-255-2212
The following items are always helpful:
- Clothing – all kid & adult sizes
- Winter gear – all types & sizes
- Bedding/ linen
- Hygiene Products
- Water Bottles
- Headphones
- School Supplies
- First Aid Kits
- Strollers
- Diapers
- Financial donations: chlss.org/donate
- Gift cards – Visa, Gas Station, Target, Walmart, MetroTransit, Uber, Chipotle
Donations may be tax-deductible. An in-kind donation receipt will be provided upon request.
Questions? Want to host a donation drive or arrange a donation drop-off? Please contact Sam Brannon at [email protected] or call 651.255.2212.
Why the Community Closet Matters
Many children entering foster care arrive with only the belongings they can carry, often transported in trash bags. At CH/LSS, we believe every child deserves dignity and comfort. The Community Closet was created to meet immediate needs and ensure families have the essentials to welcome a child into their home.
Thank you for supporting the children and families we serve.
