Family Closet Donation Information
Chosen serves Wisconsin foster parents with current placements, parents who have adopted their foster children, and adoptive, kinship and guardianship families with financial need because of their placements.
2024 Donations Hours & Locations
WEST ALLIS (6751 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214)
WAUKESHA (400 Travis Lane, Suite 30, Waukesha, WI 53189)
Thursdays 10:00am- 1:00pm
Open donation hours- no appointment needed
We are constantly assessing and re-evaluating these hours to best meet families needs and availability. Please check this page before visiting as our hours and needs may change.
Donation Information:
Please note the days and times for our general open donation hours.
Before bringing in a donation, please review the Common Questions below.
Current Needs:
Gently Used/New:
Fall clothing in all sizes and genders (preemie to young adult)
All-season preemie clothing (boys and girls)
Most Needed Sizes:
Girls winter tops/bottoms: 5T, 6/6x
Boys winter tops/bottoms: 4T, 5T, 6/6x
Girls & Boys winter coats/snow pants: 3T through 10/12
Ongoing Needs (MUST BE BRAND NEW):
Children's toiletries (tear-free kids’ shampoo, body wash, lotion, toothpaste)
Twin-sized fitted sheets or sheet sets
Socks for elementary age and older
Underwear in kids’ sizes 4-10/12 (boys and girls)
Note: We do not accept suitcase or duffle bag donations. (See Q&A below for more info.)
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for your support of Chosen.
Common Questions:
When came I drop off donations? Chosen is open for donation drops only during the posted times. No appointment is needed, but we will only accept donations during these time windows.
How should I sort my donations? If possible, please sort your donations by size and/or gender, as we have limited volunteer assistance. Be mindful of what you donate to ensure it aligns with our mission.
What can I donate? Clothing may be gently used, but all toys, toiletries, diapers, wipes, underwear, and socks must be new and in their original packaging. If you have questions about your donation, please email amalie@choseninlove.org ahead of time.
Do you accept suitcases and/or duffle bags? Thank you for your consistent generosity and inquiries regarding suitcases for foster children. Unfortunately, we cannot accept used suitcases, duffle bags, or similar items. It's best to contact your local county Health and Human Services to see if they can accept these items. At Chosen, we serve foster children who have already been placed in foster homes. Suitcases are more beneficial for kids just entering foster care, so agencies and County HHS are your best options for donating these items.
How else can I help? Visit our Amazon page for an easy way to donate the most needed items to The Family Closet.
