Since 2015, the founder of Hopess has given backpacks or totes to every person who was in treatment during Christmas time. Some residents reported that it was their first gift in years. Residents are so thankful to open something on Christmas day and they express such gratitude that it has kept this program going every year. We collect donations all year long and really need support to make 2023 memorable. You may drop off at 12 sites throughout the valley anytime, day or night. A list of items we can use include the following:
- Gift cards to fast food
- Movie gift cards
- Socks
- Underwear
- Crayons
- Playing Cards
- Markers
- Adult Coloring Books
- Crossword Puzzles
- Candy – Including sugar free
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Perfume/Cologne/Body Sprays
- Hats
- Pens
- Journals
- Medium or small fuzzy posters
- Diamond art kits
- Any small person art project
- Positive quotes on posters or signs
- Lip gloss/Lip balm
- Lotion
- Hair ties/Scrunchies
- Reusable water bottles
- Big Books
- NA Books
- Recovery Literature
- T-shirts
- Sweatpants
- Headphones
- Mp3 players
- Fidget Toys
- Blankets
- Backpacks
- Totes
- Composition or Regular Notebooks
- Books about personal growth
- Flameless candles