Please do not wrap gifts before bringing them to YWCA NENY. Thank you!

Holiday Wish List

  • New/Unused Toys for Any Age Child (Newborn to Teens)
    (board games, craft/hobby and sports supplies are good for older children and teens)

  • Combs, brushes, hair accessories, curling iron, hair dryers, straighteners

  • Manicure sets, nail polish, perfume/cologne, cosmetics, jewelry

  • Appointment books, calendars, planners, journals

  • Wallets, purses, duffel bags, backpacks

  • Photo albums, picture frames, room décor

  • Adult/teen coloring books, colored pencils and markers

  • Reusable water bottles and travel coffee mugs

  • Umbrellas

  • Sneakers & winter boots for adults, teens and children

  • Coats for adults, teens and children

  • Hygiene gift sets (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotions, body spray, perfume, cologne, etc.) for adults, teens and children

  • Socks/slippers for all ages

  • Winter hats, gloves/mittens, scarves

  • Pajamas & bathrobes for women, men and children

  • Gift cards & certificates (Amazon, Visa/Mastercard Prepaid, Price Chopper, Price Rite, Hannaford, Aldi, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, Gas Stations, Uber, Lyft, Movie Theaters, Hair Salons, Game Stop/Gaming Gift Cards )

  • Towels and wash clothes

  • Bedding (pillows, sheet sets, blankets, comforters, throw blankets)

  • Kitchenware (pots and pans, bakeware, utensils, microwavable containers)

  • Tape and wrapping paper

     *We only accept new items for our Holiday Assistance Program.

For any additional questions, please contact Bonnie Friedlander at bfriedlander@ywca-neny.org.

 

2026 Holiday Assistance Program

 At YWCA NENY, we are dedicated to providing support and gifts to families in need during the holiday season. Our Holiday Assistance Program embodies our commitment to fostering a supportive community and ensuring that everyone can experience the joy of the holidays.

We understand that the holiday season can be especially challenging for many, and our goal is to ease this burden and bring hope to those facing difficulties. In 2025, the holiday assistance program provided holiday cheer to 413 children and 188 adults. As we look ahead to 2026, our staff anticipates an even greater need, and we are eager to expand our efforts to support those in our community.

How to Donate:

Shop off of our holiday wish list in the store of your choice, use the donation form to make a monetary donation, or contact Bonnie Friedlander at bfriedlander@ywca-neny.org for more information.

Looking to give back and have a great time doing it? Register for our Holiday Trivia Night at Frog Alley Brewing on December 4th, 2025. All proceeds go to benefitting our Holiday Assistance Program. PS: if you bring a gift, you get a free drink ticket! Click here to register your team.

 

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