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Austin Chronicle’s Wish List

December 3, 2021
By: Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical
Posted In: Austin News

It’s that time of year when we start looking for THE perfect present for everyone on our Holiday Lists. But, finding that perfect gift is really hard sometimes. The Austin Chronicle has just published their Wish list, so making.a donation for that special someone can solve the problem -giving to a charity for the gift-giving season.

WISH LIST

Your Guide to Charitable Giving

Every year The Austin Chronicle’s annual Wish List offers readers a guide to charitable giving with the purpose of helping local nonprofits meet their needs to keep serving our city and its many communities. And as Austin and the rest of the world continue to adapt to life during the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to help our neighbors this holiday season persists.

Of course, these needs remain year-round, so we encourage readers to use this list into 2022. (The Chronicle’s Wish List in its entirety lives online all year.) As always, do your own due diligence before offering your support, and remember that monetary donations, volunteering, and tech accessories (computers, tablets, etc.) are appreciated by many nonprofits in addition to their below requests. Because many organizations are still operating remotely out of pandemic precautions, it’s also a good idea to call ahead before dropping off any donations. Let’s support our communities by giving what we can and where we can, y’all. – Beth Sullivan

Wondering how to get your nonprofit in our database? Email wishlist@austinchronicle.com for details.

Kids/Education/Holidays

ADVOCACY OUTREACH
200 Depot St., (512) 281-4180
beth@advocacyoutreach.org
www.advocacyoutreach.org

  • Socks
  • Coats for adults or children
  • New undergarments
  • Blankets
  • Bath towels and shower items
  • Space heaters

THE ARC OF THE CAPITAL AREA
4902 Grover, (512) 476-7044
info@arcofthecapitalarea.org
www.arcaustin.org

  • Acrylic paint
  • Canvas
  • Paper (watercolor, drawing paper)
  • Paintbrushes
  • Gesso
  • Refurbished laptops
  • Backpacks for clients

AUSTIN PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
PO Box 6118, Austin, TX 78762, (512) 637-0900
dlewis@austinpartners.org
www.austinpartners.org

  • Gift cards with small incentive prizes for students
  • Healthy snacks
  • Various reading levels of books
  • School supplies
  • Art supplies

CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN
2011 W. Koenig, (512) 467-7006
jyoung@capitolschool.com
www.capitolschool.com

  • Playground balls and trucks (new or gently used)
  • Sand toys (shovels, buckets)
  • Gift cards: OfficeMax, Target, Teachers Pay Teachers
  • Indoor water bottle filling station

CON MI MADRE
1825 Fortview Rd. #114, (512) 467-4483
info@conmimadre.org
www.conmimadre.org

  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Target, Walmart
  • Lockable filing cabinet (two-drawer)
  • PA system
  • Megaphone
  • T-shirt sponsorship
  • Retractable banner
  • Vacuum
  • Cleaning supplies:
    • Disinfecting spray and wipe
    • Dish soap
    • Sponges
    • Swiffer wipes
  • Shelving
  • Floor lamps

GIRLS EMPOWERMENT NETWORK
PO Box 3122, Austin, TX 78764, (512) 808-4044
office@girlsempowermentnetwork.org
www.genaustin.org

  • Ziploc bags
  • White card stock
  • Glue sticks
  • Markers
  • Yarn
  • Beads
  • Pens
  • Paper clips
  • Thin dry-erase markers
  • Balloons
  • Butcher paper/bulk poster paper

GIRLSTART STEM CENTER
1400 W. Anderson, (512) 916-4775,
info@girlstart.org
www.girlstart.org

  • 5-mm LED light
  • Batteries (CR2032 lithium coin, AA, AAA, D cell, and 9V)
  • Coffee filters
  • Colored copy paper
  • Colored markers
  • Copy paper (white)
  • Cotton balls
  • Craft sticks
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Dry-erase markers
  • Glue sticks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Masking tape
  • Painters blue tape (at least two inches wide)
  • Pencils with erasers
  • Pipe cleaners (assorted colors)
  • Plastic 9-ounce cups
  • Pom poms (assorted sizes)
  • Portion cups with lids (2 ounces)
  • Scissors (kid)
  • Scotch tape/Scotch tape dispensers
  • Sharpies (assorted colors)
  • Slime
  • Sticks of modeling clay
  • Storage bins (clear, plastic, 30-quart)
  • Tongue depressors
  • Toothpicks
  • Ziploc baggies (snack, sandwich, and gallon sizes)
  • Classroom set of iPads (20)
  • Digital StarLab
  • MakerBot filament (translucent red, translucent yellow, ocean blue)

MAKE-A-WISH CENTRAL & SOUTH TEXAS
2224 Walsh Tarlton #200, (512) 329-9474
program@cstx.wish.org
www.cstx.wish.org

  • Toys, stuffed animals, and games (ages 2-18)
  • Coloring books, adult coloring books, crayons, and markers
  • Travel supplies (neck pillows, crossword puzzles, throw blankets, portable charger, headphones, reusable water bottle, etc.)
  • Sensory toys (toys that light up or are squishy)
  • Wrapping paper, gift bags (various sizes), gift wrapping supplies (non-Christmas/holidays – white, plain royal blue, and plain colors/patterns preferred)
  • Shipping supplies (bubble mailers, packaging tape, media boxes, crinkle paper)
  • See Make-a-Wish’s Amazon Wish List for more

NEIGHBORHOOD LONGHORNS PROGRAM
2109 San Jacinto Blvd. #312, (512) 232-4650
donate@nlp.utexas.edu
www.neighborhoodlonghorns.org

  • Pencils
  • Black or blue ink pens
  • Magic markers
  • Sharpies
  • Dry-erase board markers
  • Wide-ruled loose-leaf paper
  • Construction paper
  • Printer/copier paper
  • Children’s books in English and/or Spanish (second-fifth grade level)
  • Disinfectant wipes

TEXAS BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME
1101 N. Mays, Round Rock, (512) 255-3682
info@tbch.org
www.tbch.org

  • Two Keurig Mini coffeemakers
  • Personal laptop computer for college students
  • Nerf toys for kids ages 9 & up
  • Superhero 6″-7″ action figures
  • iPhone/Android accessories (Bluetooth speakers, chargers, wireless earbuds)

Arts

TILT PERFORMANCE GROUP
8826 Honeysuckle Trl.
info@tiltperformance.org
www.tiltperformance.org

  • Web cameras
  • Computer compatible microphones
  • iPads
  • Production sponsors
  • Playbill advertisers
  • Video editing software for Windows

Environmental/Animals

AUSTIN PETS ALIVE!
1156 W. Cesar Chavez, (512/961-6519)
donate@austinpetsalive.org
www.austinpetsalive.org

AUSTIN YOUTH RIVER WATCH
PO Box 40351, Austin, TX 78704, 512/708-9115
riverwatcher@riverwatchers.org
www.riverwatchers.org

  • Weed wrenches
  • Garden hose
  • Garden hose reel
  • Greenhouse supplies: tables, plant stands, pots
  • Landscaping materials: river rock, pebbles, soil
  • Native plants
  • Outdoor seating and tables for outdoor classroom
  • Wagon made of durable metal for gardening or landscaping
  • A-frame or multiposition ladder (at least 6-ft. tall)

AUSTIN ZOO
10808 Rawhide Trl., (512) 288-1490
info@austinzoo.org
www.austinzoo.org

  • Heavy-duty garden hoses of any length
  • Extension cords of any length
  • Red heat lamp bulbs
  • Raw, unsalted nuts, shelled or unshelled, any type
  • Two-bar electric heaters

CLIMATE CHANGE NOW INITIATIVE
8103 Kirkham, (512) 799-7998
Bruce@ClimateDiscovery.org
www.climatediscovery.org

  • Sponsor Climate Change Now Initiative’s film project “Climate Change Across America” (see climatediscovery.org)

LOVE-A-BULL
2900 W. Anderson C-200 #304, (337) 263-1793
macie@love-a-bull.org
love-a-bull.org

  • Puppy food: Nulo FreeStyle Dry Puppy Kibble or grain-free puppy kibble
  • Kong Classic Toy (medium or large)
  • PetSafe EZ Walk Dog Walking Harness (medium or large)
  • Soft dog treats: small bites for training
  • Snuffle mats (interactive dog feeding mats)
  • Lick mats for dogs ( e.g., LickiMat Classic Soother)
  • Durable toys for play & fetch (e.g., Kong Jumbler Ball, Jolly Ball, or Tonka Tug toys)
  • Peanut butter
  • See Love-A-Bull’s Amazon Wish List for more

Health/Medical

CAPITAL AREA PARKINSON’S SOCIETY
PO Box 27565, Austin, TX 78755, (512)371-3373
info@capitalareaparkinsons.org
www.capitalareaparkinsons.org

  • Two-three floor lamps
  • Two sturdy bookshelves (at least four shelves)
  • Two 2.5-liter coffee airpots

HOSPICE AUSTIN
4107 Spicewood Springs Rd., (512)342-4700
mmarble@hospiceaustin.org
www.hospiceaustin.org

  • Board games, cards, simple art supplies, 100- to 500-piece puzzles
  • Soothing music CDs
  • Gift cards: H-E-B
  • Food pantry items: Ensure, Carnation Instant Breakfast, peanut butter, canned soups, canned meats, dried beans, etc.
  • Lock-boxes for doors
  • Coloring books
  • Crayons
  • Drawing tablets
  • Colored pencils
  • Word-find and puzzle books
  • Extra-soft facial tissue/Kleenex
  • Large-print Bibles and hymnals

INTEGRAL CARE
(512) 440-4037
jodie.eldridge@integralcare.org
www.integralcare.org

  • Adult socks
  • Adult underwear (all genders)
  • Jackets/hoodies
  • T-shirts
  • Shelf-stable food
  • Bedding/sheets
  • Bath towels
  • Sleeping bags
  • Gatorade

WE ARE BLOOD
4300 N. Lamar, (512) 206-1266
wrbinfo@weareblood.org
www.weareblood.org

  • Host a mobile blood drive
  • Platelet donations
  • Whole blood donations

Quality of Life

AUSTIN BAPTIST CHAPEL – ANGEL HOUSE SOUP KITCHEN
908 E. Cesar Chavez, (512) 643-2327
angelhouse@austinbaptistchapel.com
www.austinbaptistchapel.com

  • Men’s gently used clothing (no suit coats, please)
  • New sleeping bags
  • New full-sized blankets
  • See Angel House’s Amazon Wish List for more

HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MUSICIANS AND ENTERTAINERS
6800 West Gate #132-237
homeformusicians@gmail.com
www.homeaustin.org

  • Free advertising and promotion for events, music fundraisers, and other special projects

LIFEWORKS
3700 S. First, (512)735-2400
development@lifeworksaustin.org
www.lifeworksaustin.org

  • Gift cards ($25): Walmart, Target, Visa
  • Adult-sized backpacks in dark colors
  • Adult-sized sleeping bags in dark colors
  • Tents (any size)
  • Winter jackets (adult sizes)
  • Underwear (all sizes for men and women)

MEALS ON WHEELS CENTRAL TEXAS
3227 E. Fifth, (737) 218-4187
donations@mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org
www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org

  • Electric can openers
  • New microwaves
  • Gift cards: H-E-B
  • Dietary supplements like Ensure

MUSIC MOVES MOUNTAINS FOUNDATION
PO Box 41802, Austin, TX 78704
info@musicmovesmountains.org
https://musicmovesmountains.org/

  • Gift cards: local music stores for instruments, gear, and repair (Strait Music, South Austin Music, Tommy’s Drum Shop, etc.)
  • Gift cards: local record stores (Antone’s Record Shop, End of an Ear, Waterloo, Breakaway Records, etc.)
  • Gift cards: iTunes/apps/Apple Music subs
  • Headphones (wired/wireless)
  • Speakers (wired/wireless)
  • iPods, record players, CD players, radios (new/used)
  • Music media (records, CDs, DVDs, books)
  • Rehearsal space/time
  • Recording space/time
  • Sponsored live stream production ($100-500)
  • Sponsored music mentor/educator ($100-500)

POSADA ESPERANZA
(512) 928-8862
posadaesperanza@casamarianella.org
www.casamarianella.org/posada-esperanza/

  • For mothers: perfume, nail polish, makeup, blender, large pot, queen-sized blanket, socks, and underwear (women’s sizes), hair clipper set for cutting boys hair, carry-on suitcases
  • For kids: socks and underwear (kids’ sizes), batteries (AA, AAA), new sneakers (kids’ sizes), winter hats (all ages)
  • Babies: diapers (sizes 3-6), baby wipes, warm baby clothes (sizes 6 months to 2 years), sit upon push toys for toddlers
  • Kids (ages 2-6): toy robots, remote-controlled cars, dolls (preferably brown or black), toy doll strollers, Play-Doh, kinetic sand, superhero toys
  • Kids (ages 7-12): hair ties and hairbrushes, Legos, Rubik’s Cubes, balls (all sports), craft kits, journal/drawing pads, headphones, toy drone, watches, slime, kid purses
  • Kids (ages 13-17): brand-name long-sleeve gym shirts and baseball caps (Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour), belts for jeans, fitness tracker watches, headphones, wallet, small Bluetooth speaker, toy drone, purse backpack, fuzzy soft sweatshirts, hoodie sweatshirts
  • Items for family care packages: toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, kitchen sponges, hand soap, shampoo
  • See Posada Esperanza’s Amazon Wish List for more

Rights/Advocacy

BLACK LIVES MATTER LOCAL CHAPTER
blacklivesmatteraustin@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/BlackLivesMatterAustin

  • Sponsor an incarcerated person for $5. George Floyd was born and raised in Houston, Texas before he was killed by police in Minneapolis, Minn. Most Texas prisons use the JPAY email service where for $5 you can send an email to an inmate with up to 10 pages of attachments. Contact the Black Lives Matter Austin chapter for a list of people incarcerated in Minnesota and Texas and a 10-page resource list to send.
  • Donate to the Ron Settles Foundation for college scholarships. Ron Settles was killed by Signal Hill Police before he got to play for the Dallas Cowboys. A scholarship has been started in his memory.
  • Donate to Equal Justice Initiative. EJI works to exonerate people who have been wrongfully convicted.

CARITAS OF AUSTIN
611 Neches, 512/273-7894
donations@caritasofaustin.org
www.caritasofaustin.org/donate

  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Lyft, Uber, Walmart, Target, Savers
  • Household items (new items only): dishware sets; flatware sets; cookware set; kitchen utensil set; kitchen towels; oven mitts/potholders; ice cube trays; alarm clocks; blankets (especially wool); sets of clothes hangers; full- and queen-sized comforters/bedspreads; shower curtains; shower curtain liners; shower curtain ring sets; toilet bowl brushes; towel sets; plungers; mops and buckets; small trash cans; brooms and dustpans; laundry baskets
    Pantry items: cans of meat (tuna, Spam, Vienna sausage, chicken, sardines); cans of chili (with or without beans); tomato sauce; pasta sauce; to-go tuna kits; instant coffee; hot chocolate packets; peanut butter and jelly; mayonnaise; mustard; ramen noodles; microwavable soups or meals; bottled water; mac n’ cheese; dry beans; dry rice; cans of fruit; Hamburger Helper; cereals; sugar; oatmeal
  • Nonperishable dog and cat food
  • 4G tablets and phones
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Snack kits
  • Winter care kits (new items only): winter gloves/mittens; scarves; beanies; socks; plastic poncho; hand warmers
  • Winter storm preparedness kits (new items only): fill a backpack with blankets/sleeping bags (wool blankets preferred); flashlight; batteries; radio; bottled water; snacks; socks; hand warmers; bungee cords

CASA MARIANELLA
821 Gunter, 512/385-5571
donations@casamarianella.org
www.casamarianella.org

  • Gently used men’s and women’s clothing
  • Winter clothing for men (jackets, coats, beanies, and gloves)
  • Men’s jeans or work pants (28″-38″ waist, inseam 28″-32″)
  • Men’s work boots or black work shoes
  • Unlocked cell phones
  • Flat-screen TVs
  • Gift cards: H-E-B, Goodwill
  • Full- or queen-sized mattresses/box springs/frames (preferably as a bed set)
  • New men’s socks and underwear
  • Sheets, towels, and blankets
  • Gently used kitchen items (plates, cups, pans, spatulas, frying pans, etc.)
  • Hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, lotion)

FRAMEWORKS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
701 Tillery Ste. A-7B, Box 15, 512/385-1500
info@frameworkscdc.org
www.frameworkscdc.org

  • 30 Kidde AC/DC carbon monoxide alarms with battery backup & tamper-resist feature
  • Four new L-shaped desks with storage
  • Five black, ergonomic chairs
  • Six lateral four-drawer files
  • Four vertical two-drawer files
  • Two Lenovo Thinkpads (T480s)

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