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Drive Resources

How to Host a Drive

You can host a drive for two to four weeks in your community. Email us at communityphiladelphia@cradlestocrayons.org to let us know about your drive.

  • Spread the Word: Share the details of your drive on social media, in a newsletter, and/or in a personal email to friends and family.
  • Begin Your Collection: Keep your community motivated with regular updates and encouragement.
  • Drop Off Your Donations: You can drop off your donations at our Giving Factory ® warehouse or at a dropoff location near you.
  • Celebrate and Appreciate: Don’t forget to thank your donors and share the impact of your drive with your community!

Resources & FAQ’s

What are your most needed items?
Our most needed items change by season. You can find a current list here. Consistent needs at C2C include boys and girls clothing and new hygiene items for infants (shampoo, soap, baby lotion). 
How do I get a tax receipt?

To receive your digital tax receipt, please fill out the form on our website. You will then receive an email that you can value your donation for tax purposes.

Where do I bring my donations?

We have multiple drop-off locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia area including our Giving Factory© at 4700 Wissahickon Avenue, Suite 142 in East Falls, Philadelphia. Find the one closest to you here. Take a look at the Items We Accept before donating!

Why can't you take my nursery furniture, large toy, etc..?

Cradles to Crayons is proud to distribute packages that are hand-selected with care to meet a local child’s specific needs and wants. However, in the interest of the health and safety of the families we serve, and in consideration of the limited space they may have access to, we cannot accept large furniture or toy donations.

How do I set up a donation drive? How long should I collect for?

To set up a donation drive, place an inquiry with Cradles to Crayons and a staff member will follow up with you. Check out the Host a Drive Roadmap and our Donation Guidelines above before you begin collecting. In general, we recommend collecting for between two and four weeks.

How much product do I need for xx volunteers to be busy for xx hours?

To keep 10 volunteers busy for 1 hour, your community will need to collect at least 30, 13-gallon (the size of a kitchen trash bag) bags of product. We suggest starting your collection 4 to 6 weeks before your sorting event to ensure there is enough product to keep your volunteers engaged throughout your event.

What happens to the donations you can't distribute?

Items that we cannot distribute are redistributed to our recycling partners.

Who are the children you serve and what communities do they live in?

Cradles to Crayons Philadelphia is dedicated to serving children and families who meet income eligibility requirements in the five southeastern counties surrounding the city of Philadelphia, as well as Camden, New Jersey and Wilmington, Delaware. By taking this approach, we ensure that your donations go to support local children and funnel resources directly to the children who need it the most. To view a comprehensive list of our partnerships by geographical location, click here.