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You can help as we endeavor to meet the most basic needs of the disadvantaged and homeless men, women, and children in the Indianapolis and Bloomington communities. Men’s, Women’s, Children’s (new or gently used; all sizes needed, including XL - 4X) Pajamas (all sizes) Pants, jeans, sweatpants, etc. Shoes, boots, dress shoes, flip-flops, sandals, shower shoes Sweatpants Undershirts, new underwear (all types + sizes) Accessories: belts, hats, scarves, gloves Children’s socks Coats, jackets, rain ponchos Pantyhose (black, taupe, suntan; M to queen-size) Baby wipes, baby shampoo, diapers, pull-ups (larger sizes) Body wash (trial/travel size, large bottles) Chucks (disposable, waterproof bed pads) Deodorant (trial/travel size, regular size, spray) Disposable razors Ethnic hair care products Shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, hair relaxer Shaving cream Skin lotion (trial/travel size, large bottles) Soap (trial/travel size) Blow dryers, hairbrushes, combs, night caps, ponytail holders Chapstick Cornstarch powder, foot powder Cotton balls Nail clippers Super tampons, sanitary napkins Toilet paper Toothbrushes, toothpaste (trial/travel size toothpaste) #10 envelopes, postage stamps Notebooks + notebook paper (college or wide-ruled) Study Bibles and Bible Concordances Copy paper Flash drives (any size) Gift cards (McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, Barnes & Noble, Amazon) Inexpensive 8x10 and 8.5x11 frames for certificates Pencils, pens, highlighters Pocket folders Spiral index cards Three-ring binders (1 1/2”, 3” clear view), notebook dividers Coffee (regular + decaf), creamer Eggs Meats (fish, chicken, ham, beef) Milk, nonfat dry milk, juice, lemonade, other drink mixes Condiments (mayo, BBQ, ketchup, mustard, salad dressing) Disposable tableware Paper napkins, paper towels, paper plates Peanut butter, jelly Spices (salt, pepper, onion, garlic, Italian) Sugar (granulated, brown, powdered) Oatmeal, cereal Butter/margarine Cake/dessert mixes, frosting Fresh, frozen, canned fruit + vegetables (economy or 10#) Fruit juice (cans, bottles) Pasta, rice, instant potatoes (new or gently used) Bath towels, wash cloths Bed/Crib sheets (twin, twin XL, queen), pillow cases, pillows Blankets (including baby blankets) Hand towels Dish cloths, pot holders, aprons (sealed + original containers) Antacid tablets Children’s teething gel, Children’s Tylenol Cold/sinus medication (non-alcoholic) Cough drops, cough syrup (non-alcoholic), throat lozenges Pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen) PediaSure, Pedialyte 33 gallon trash bags Batteries (C, D, AA, AAA) Bowls, cups, forks, spoons (disposable + reusable) Christian or PG-rated DVDs Disinfectant wipes, non-alcoholic hand sanitizer, Lysol Kleenex (boxed, individual) Small pots + pans (heavy-duty/commercial grade) Large safety pins Large storage tubs Laundry detergent, dryer sheets *Bolded items at the top of each section are especially needed at this time! Indianapolis Drop-off: Donation Center located at 2728 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225 Bloomington Drop-off: Center for Men located at 215 S. Westplex Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404 More Info: call our Administrative Offices at 317.635.3575 or visit our website, WheelerMission.org 1-4-18
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You can help as we endeavor to meet the most basic needs of the disadvantaged and homeless men, women, and children in the Indianapolis and Bloomington communities.
Men’s, Women’s, Children’s
(new or gently used; all sizes needed, including XL - 4X) Pajamas (all sizes) Pants, jeans, sweatpants, etc. Shoes, boots, dress shoes, flip-flops, sandals, shower shoes Sweatpants Undershirts, new underwear (all types + sizes) Accessories: belts, hats, scarves, gloves Children’s socks Coats, jackets, rain ponchos Pantyhose (black, taupe, suntan; M to queen-size)
Baby wipes, baby shampoo, diapers, pull-ups (larger sizes) Body wash (trial/travel size, large bottles) Chucks (disposable, waterproof bed pads) Deodorant (trial/travel size, regular size, spray) Disposable razors Ethnic hair care products Shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, hair relaxer Shaving cream Skin lotion (trial/travel size, large bottles) Soap (trial/travel size) Blow dryers, hairbrushes, combs, night caps, ponytail holders Chapstick Cornstarch powder, foot powder Cotton balls Nail clippers Super tampons, sanitary napkins Toilet paper Toothbrushes, toothpaste (trial/travel size toothpaste)
#10 envelopes, postage stamps Notebooks + notebook paper (college or wide-ruled) Study Bibles and Bible Concordances Copy paper Flash drives (any size) Gift cards (McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, Barnes & Noble,
Amazon) Inexpensive 8x10 and 8.5x11 frames for certificates Pencils, pens, highlighters Pocket folders Spiral index cards Three-ring binders (1 1/2”, 3” clear view), notebook dividers
Coffee (regular + decaf), creamer Eggs Meats (fish, chicken, ham, beef) Milk, nonfat dry milk, juice, lemonade, other drink mixes Condiments (mayo, BBQ, ketchup, mustard, salad dressing) Disposable tableware Paper napkins, paper towels, paper plates Peanut butter, jelly Spices (salt, pepper, onion, garlic, Italian) Sugar (granulated, brown, powdered) Oatmeal, cereal Butter/margarine Cake/dessert mixes, frosting Fresh, frozen, canned fruit + vegetables (economy or 10#) Fruit juice (cans, bottles) Pasta, rice, instant potatoes
(new or gently used) Bath towels, wash cloths Bed/Crib sheets (twin, twin XL, queen), pillow cases, pillows Blankets (including baby blankets) Hand towels Dish cloths, pot holders, aprons
(sealed + original containers) Antacid tablets Children’s teething gel, Children’s Tylenol Cold/sinus medication (non-alcoholic) Cough drops, cough syrup (non-alcoholic), throat lozenges Pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen) PediaSure, Pedialyte
33 gallon trash bags Batteries (C, D, AA, AAA) Bowls, cups, forks, spoons (disposable + reusable) Christian or PG-rated DVDs Disinfectant wipes, non-alcoholic hand sanitizer, Lysol Kleenex (boxed, individual) Small pots + pans (heavy-duty/commercial grade) Large safety pins Large storage tubs Laundry detergent, dryer sheets
*Bolded items at the top of each section are especially needed at this time!
Indianapolis Drop-off: Donation Center located at 2728 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225 Bloomington Drop-off: Center for Men located at 215 S. Westplex Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404
More Info: call our Administrative Offices at 317.635.3575 or visit our website, WheelerMission.org 1-4-18
WheelerMission.orgFor more info:
WheelerVolunteer.orgTo volunteer:
A How-to Guide
Indianapolis Drop-off: Donation Center located at 2728 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225 Bloomington Drop-off: Center for Men located at 215 S. Westplex Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404
Direct all questions, comments, and ideas to [email protected] or 317.635.3575.
Step 1: Choose a DriveThere are a variety of drives from which to choose. Choosing the right drive for you and your team can make all the difference between a low interest and an exciting and compelling drive.
Collection Drive IdeasFood collectionPersonal hygieneBedding, blankets, towels
New BiblesCreate-a-driveWarm coats and clothing
Easter basketsSchool suppliesHoliday food and gifts
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Step 4: Post-drive Planning• Complete log sheet of man hours• Assign a team member to arrange delivery of items and log sheet to Wheeler Mission• Schedule a tour of Wheeler with your Drive team
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Step 5: Special RecognitionCelebrate your team’s accomplishments with a special party, meeting, or gathering. Provide a meaningful memento of what was accomplished.
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Step 2: Motivate Your TeamGetting others involved is the key to success. Ideas: Competitive–provide a way for one team to “out do” the other; Compassion–make your team aware of needs they are meeting; Contribution–everyone has something to give.
Motivational ToolsProgress-o-meterAppreciation giftsAwards
Trophies and plaquesPizza partyCelebration event photos
Social media recognitionMatching gift programSpecial shout outs
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Step 3: Promote the DriveBuilding and sustaining the participation of a drive team is important. Use announcements, posters, and collection boxes to keep your team aware of details and deadlines. Wheeler literature is also available.
AnnouncementsDrive collection boxesSample display items
Volunteer log sheetsSocial media and websiteText messaging
Flyers and postersEmailMeetings
Collection Drives:
