Amazon Wish Lists
Amazon Wish Lists help The Villages identify and share specific needs for programs like Foster Care, Kinship Care, Healthy Families, and Older Youth Services.
Note: Donations ship to our Indianapolis office but are distributed statewide. To direct a gift to a specific office, please mention it in the gift message.
The following lists are of highest priority at this time.
The Villages Back to School Wish List
Donation Drives
We are grateful to organizations that host donation drives for The Villages’ children and families. Some of the most needed items include:
- Gift Cards: Highly valued for teens and families needing essentials.
- Hygiene Products: Essentials like toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, and more are always in demand.
- Back-to-School Supplies: A backpack and supplies cost about $125 per child. Download our School Supply Drive Tool Kit.
- Diapers & Wipes: Our largest ongoing need in all sizes.
- Baby Essentials: Items like diapers, wipes, diaper cream, developmental toys, and clothing are critical. Download our Baby Shower Tool Kit.
- Household Essentials: Cleaning supplies like dish soap, detergent, and disinfectants help keep families safe.
For further information about hosting a donation drive please contact your local office.
The Village Shoppe
The Village Shoppe is a dedicated resource where staff statewide can access essential items for immediate and ongoing needs. This space also empowers foster parents to welcome more children, supports grandparents caring for grandchildren, and provides older youth with a moment of dignity by letting them choose items that reflect their personality.
We welcome NEW donations of the following:
- Diapers, wipes, formula (Gerber Good Start preferred), and other baby essentials
- Full-sized toiletries and hygiene products (deodorant, razors, body wash, feminine products, shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer)
- Socks and underwear
- Clothing, shoes, and coats (clean, gently used items accepted)
- Books, toys, games, puzzles, and arts & crafts for all ages
- School supplies
- Backpacks and duffle bags
- Blankets and throws
Please note: For the health and safety of our clients, we cannot accept certain used items, including toys, cribs, mattresses, pillows, car seats, undergarments, opened toiletries, or items from a smoking home.