Donations
Food Donation Guidelines
For Tap-in's distributions, we prefer "regular" size boxes and cans, not supersize. Canned goods with pop-top lids are better than canned goods that require a can opener. Avoid foods packaged in glass. Do not donate foods that are past the expiration date.
Examples of items we accept:
Food
Cereal
Soup
Rice
Canned Tomatoes / Pasta Sauce
Canned Meat
Canned Vegetables
Canned Fruit
Healthy Snacks for Children's Lunches
Shelf Stable Milk in Small Sizes
Household Items
Linens & Sheets
Blankets
Comforters
Towels - Kitchen & Bath
Strollers
Kitchenware
Small Appliances
Children's Items
New socks & Underwear
Books
Small, Non-Flammable Toys
Items we DO NOT Accept:
Broken / Chipped / Damaged items
Large Appliances
TV's
Computers or Printers
Heaters
Electric Blankets
Area Rugs
Upholstered Furniture
Car Seats
Helmets
Pillows & cushions
Playpens & Walkers
Cribs & Crib Bumpers
Baby Bottles & Sippy Cups
Diaper Genies & Potties
Large Toys
Medical Equipment
Adult Clothing
Non-Seasonal Clothing
Donation Referrals
East Bay Food Pantry: 532 Wood Street, Bristol
Tel: (401) 396 9490
Salvation Army: 386 Broad Street, Providence
Tel: (401) 831 1119
Barrington United Methodist Church: 230 Washington Rd, Barrington
St James Lutheran Church: 49 Middle Hwy, Barrington
Tel: (401) 246 0227
Clothes To Kids: 77 Reservoir Avenue #5, Providence
Tel: (401) 941 8050
Foster Forward: 55 South Brow Street, East Providence
Tel: (401) 438 3900
The Clothing Collaborative: 645 Elwood Ave, Providence
McAuley Ministries: 325 Niagara Street, Providence
Tel: (401) 465 3630