The following are primary needs for the Emergency Shelter and programs offered at the YWCA Cass Clay, as of January 14, 2010.

Most Urgent Needs

• Cold medicine / cough syrup / lozenges

• Deodorant

• Chapstick

• Unscented lotion/hand cream

• Women's socks & underwear (sizes 6-9)

• Gas and grocery gift cards

Food

• ANY AND ALL FOOD IS NEEDED

• Fresh/frozen meat, produce, dairy,box dinners

• Honey

• Apple juice boxes

• Single serving chicken noodle soup

• Baby formula (especially orange Good Start)

Seasonal Clothing

• New or gently used winter coats, snowpants, and boots (sizes 2T - adult)

• Children’s slippers

• Children's underwear (sizes 4T and smaller)

• Women's clothing and pajamas

Household

• Hand & dish soap

• Laundry detergent & fabric softener

• Disinfecting spray/wipes

• Glass cleaner, counter top spray, bathroom cleaner

Hygiene

• Shaving cream

• Diapers (size 6)

• Antibiotic cream

• Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, etc.)

Other

• Strollers and double strollers

• Gently used furniture, especially couches, dressers, full and twin mattresses and bed frames

Desired Items

• Batteries (9V, AA)

• Small televisions, converter boxes, and DVD/VCRs

• New pot/pan and silverware sets