Ways To Help
There are many ways you can help grow hope in our community. Volunteering, Donating Funds, Donating Food, Clothing and Household items are all ways to make a difference to those in need in our community.
How Can You Help
There are many ways you can help grow hope in our community. Volunteering, Food Donations, Financial Donations, In-Kind Donations, that are then available to those in need in our community. Check the information below to find out how you can help.
Volunteer
Are you a student? A retired senior? Feel the need for greater fulfillment in life? Are you someone who can make a bit of time in your schedule to make a difference? Then we need you! We are always in need of assistance in many roles. Stocking shelves in the pantry, sorting through donated clothing and household items, assisting clients at events, providing a service for seniors…the list goes on. Fill out this form and let’s start the conversation on when you are available and what kind of volunteer work you would like to do.
Food Donations
Many individuals and families in our community depend on the food they find on our shelves in The Blue Door Pantry. Donations of food and personal hygiene products are always needed. If you are able to add one or two of these to your shopping list and donate it to the Hamilton Dream Center, our clients are always deeply appreciative.
Staples such as grains, dry pasta, fruits & vegetables, proteins, Care items, diapers, baby wipes, baby food, personal care items.
Critically Needed:
- Fruit Cups & Chocolate Pudding cups
- Juice Boxes
- Kids Lunch Snacks
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Fruit
- Cookies
- Instant Coffee
- Coffee Whitener
- Canned turkey, ham, chicken
- Ketchup, Mayo, Relish
- Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
- Bar Soap and ALL Toiletries
- Laundry & Dish Detergent
Can you host a Neighbourhood Food Drive?
We can arrange pick up
Financial Donations
There are a number of streams of funds needed in order to keep our doors open. Our building itself must also be safe and able to function and so, there are also funds needed for the maintenance and upkeep of our space. Donate directly to each program and service.
Donations in kind, such as paint for the outside or inside of the building, Flooring, Donations toward a new HVAC system, The Parking Lot repair. All are important and some are URGENTLY NEEDED needed for us to keep our doors open. By donating finances and becoming a donor you help us keep our doors open.
In Kind Donations
We accept in-kind donations for our many services. Check our Events Page, or Blog for notices on upcoming donation needs. Or Contact Us directly to inquire as to or Follow Us on Social M
Clothing & Small Household Items
Adult clothing, children’s clothing, coats, shoes, all manner of small household items, gently used bedding.
Vintage Blueberry
The Vintage Blueberry accepts gently used brand name clothing, purses, shoes and jewelery.
Seasonal Needs
Dreaming of Christmas Food Hamper items and Toy Shop.
Band Aid Depot
Gently used medical devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, crutches, cane and bathroom transfer chairs are accepted.
Building Supplies
In order to keep our doors open our building itself must also be safe and able to function. And so, in kind donations such as paint, flooring and tools are always appreciated for the maintenance and upkeep of our space.
Staying In Touch means you will always know what’s happening and what the needs are at HDC. We would love to add you to our e-newsletter mailing list. It is a great way to stay in touch and up on all the most recent DC excitement and news! Postage is also expensive and we want to make the most of the money that is so generously donated to the Dream Center. So call now to get on the list! You can have your email added to the list by calling the office: 905-527-8605 and speaking with reception OR you can email rebekah@hamiltondreamcenter.ca