A Donations Management Center is open to accept and distribute donations to those affected by the tornado.
LOCATION: 9246 Portage Industrial Dr., Portage MI 49024
HOURS: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Families and individuals impacted by the tornado can contact the donations hotline at (269) 251-2211. A donation management center representative will gather information about the caller and their needs.
Food and clothing will not be accepted at the donation management center. The following items are:
Gift cards in $50 increments to Meijer, Target and Walmart, so affected families may purchase new items to meet their individual needs.
First Aid Supplies
Supplies for babies, infants and new or expecting mothers, such as diapers, baby wipes, formula, lactation supplies and children’s bath materials
Paper products, such as toilet paper, paper towels and wipes
Moving materials, like grocery bags, packing tape and bubble wrap
Toiletries, such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, black hair care products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, razors, deodorant, combs/brushes, Q-Tip’s, soap, hygiene packs, family planning and adult diapers
Cleaning supplies, including disinfecting wipes, cleaning solutions, garbage bags, laundry detergent, dish soap, buckets, mops, brooms and dustpans
Household items like batteries and flashlights
Pet food, cat litter, puppy pads, bowls and leashes
Building supplies, such as work gloves, goggles, face shields, tarps, plywood and tools
Bulk water
The Donations Management Center WILL NOT take donations of food, clothing, toys, small appliances, or furniture.
ALL food donations should be donated to Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes at 901 Portage St. Kalamazoo, MI 49001.For people needing food assistance, please call the Loaves & Fishes food line at 269-343-3663 or email info@kzoolf.org.
All clothing, furniture, and small appliances can be donated to Goodwill. Secondhand items can be donated to any Goodwill in the Kalamazoo/Portage area and receive a receipt for tax deduction. Individuals affected by the tornadoes will be eligible for a voucher to local Goodwill stores to help families replace items lost in the storms.
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