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What kind of donations do you accept?

Monetary: Please visit our donation page to learn more about financial giving.

In-Kind: Due to limited storage space, we restrict our acceptance of in-kind donations. Click here and select the In Kind tab to see a complete list of accepted items, or check out our Amazon Wishlist to send items directly to the shelter.

*Due to space constraints, we cannot accept toys or clothing. Please consider contributing to our partners, Christ House and Goodwill, both of which provide clothing to our clients.

Our Impact

700
Children and adults served
Each year, we provide safe, temporary housing and comprehensive community support for over 600 families and individuals.

35
Years serving the community
Carpenter’s Shelter has served families and individuals in the City of Alexandria since 1988.

93%
Housing stability rate
Carpenter’s Shelter has maintained a 93% permanent housing success rate for Shelter residents who transition to our community-based Rapid Re-Housing program.

If you would like to donate to the shelter click here.