GUIDELINES FOR CLOTHING DONATIONS
Thank you for supporting our community. Because we have limited storage space and serve people experiencing homelessness through a walk-up food and clothing program, we ask donors to follow these guidelines to ensure that every item is useful, clean, and ready to be worn immediately.
✔ WE GRATEFULLY ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS
Everyday, practical clothing:
- T-shirts (all sizes, especially L–2XL)
- Sweatshirts & hoodies
- Sweatpants & athletic pants
- Jeans (men’s & women’s)
- Leggings
- Shorts (all sizes, in season)
- Warm jackets, rain jackets, coats
- Flannels, fleece pullovers, and long-sleeve shirts
Footwear & accessories:
- Sturdy walking shoes / sneakers
- Boots (winter or work boots)
- Hats and gloves / baseball caps
- Backpacks, drawstring bags
- Belts
New undergarments (new in packaging):
- Socks
- Underwear
- Sports bras
❗ SEASONAL NEEDS
Winter (Oct–March): coats, gloves, scarves, warm layers
Summer (April–Sept): shorts, T-shirts, lightweight items
🚫 ITEMS WE CANNOT ACCEPT
- Torn, stained, heavily worn, or strong-odor items
- Dress clothes, suits, office attire
- High heels or dress shoes
- Children’s clothing
- Bedding, pillows, towels, large household items
- Underwear or socks that are not new
- Business wear (blazers, slacks, skirts)
🧼 CONDITION REQUIREMENTS
- Clothing must be laundered and ready to wear
- All pockets should be empty
- Zippers, buttons, seams intact
- Shoes must have intact soles and laces
💛 WHY THESE GUIDELINES MATTER
We have a small walk-up service space and limited storage. Accepting only practical, in-season, good-condition clothing ensures that:
- Every donated item goes directly to someone who needs it
- Volunteers can operate safely and efficiently
- We maintain a dignified experience for our guests
- Nothing goes to waste
📍 WHERE TO DROP OFF DONATIONS
Location: 8016 Zuni Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Hours: 9–11 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
Instructions: Hand donations to a volunteer at the Francis House. Volunteers will bring items into our storage area for sorting and distribution.
🙏 THANK YOU
Your donations help people stay warm, safe, and comfortable year-round.