Good Neighbors Capitol Hill

GIK – Gifts in Kind:

Most of the items we collect for the apartments are GIK (Gifts in Kind) for which we can offer the donor a Tax Deductible Receipt.  These donated items must be clean and in excellent to good condition when collected from donors. We can arrange to pick up most furniture using a van which GNCH purchased in 2020 thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Koster Family Foundation. GNCH is responsible for the insurance and a donor provides for all necessary gasoline.

How You Can Donate In-kind

GNCH accomplishes it's work through a team structure. Each team managed the collection and purchase of the apartment set-up items they need. If you have something to donate write: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we can arrange for pick up or drop off of your GIK items. Indicate in the subject line the type of item(s) you wish to donate so we can direct your email to the appropriate team. 

Baby/Toddler Supplies: cribs, toddler beds, bedding, car seats, strollers, diapers, toys, and some clothing.

Bed and Mattress: bed frames, headboard, and bunk bed frames. We cannot accept used mattresses. 

Bed Linens, Bath and Toiletries: mattress pads, pillows, sheets, blankets towels, shower curtains, essential toiletries and personal care items. 

Children's Supplies: backpacks with school supplies required in local school districts, books, toys, games, and soccer balls.

Cleaning Supplies: vacumns, brooms, dustmops, laundry baskets, drying racks, irons, ironing boards, laundry and dish detergents, window and all purpose cleaners, toilet bowl brushes and cleaners, covered wastebaskets, sponges, dish cloths, and more.

Food: as needed a two week supply of culturally appropriate food or resource for purchase. 

Furniture and Furnishings: couches, tables, chairs, endtables, lamps, dressers, mirrors, art work, and other decrorative items.

Kitchen Supplies: more than 40 different items are stocked, including pots and pans, cooking utensils, dishware, glassware, cutlery, storage containers, and serving trays, tea pots and pressure cookers, and  plastic ware for families with small children.

Small Appliances: televisions, microwaves, alarm clocks, and small kitchen appliances, including kitchen blenders, mixers, coffee makers, electric teapots, toasters, rice makers and slow cookers or instant pots, and spice grinders.

While we rely on “clean gently used” GIK items we also welcome newly purchased GIK. We must purchase new mattresses and some new bedding items, some kitchen and cleaning supplies, toiletries, and consumables. The estimated value to furnish an apartment for a family of 4 is over $3,000 including GIK and purchased items. We rely on the generosity of people who are downsizing or choosing to recycle items no longer needed. These GIK donations enable us to create fully furnished new homes for families who arrive with only the few personal items they could carry. 

Take a Look at the Amazing Number of Furnishings We Have Provided:  (an estimate from our Furnishings Team Leaders)

And so much more!  All of this is provided with a commitment to creating a Welcoming Home!