Donate Items

Support youth by donating new clothing items.

We are on a mission to provide youth with clothing that not only fills their basic needs, but that inspires self-esteem. We welcome in kind donations of NEW clothing items for youth ages 5-24.

About Item Donation

The best time to shop for a foster youth is when you are shopping for yourself or your family. Need ideas?  Visit and shop our Amazon Wishlist to learn about our seasonal item needs.

For in-store donations, bring donations to Project Lemonade Tuesday-Friday 10am - 5pm or Saturday 10am - 1pm. Visit our contact page for directions. 

Items we Accept

  • Style: On trend clothing for youth/teens.

  • Sizes: Ages 5 & up (sizes 4T through adult/teen Plus sizes).

  • Clothing Items: NEW coats, denim, tops, pants, athletic wear, shorts, sweatshirts.

  • Shoes: NEW in all sizes (Toddler size 13 and up).

  • Accessories: NEW backpacks, wallets, sports hats, winter hats and beanies, gloves, jewelry.

  • Stuffed animals: NEW or LIKE NEW.

  • Socks, underwear, bras: NEW ONLY

  • Books: NEW and GENTLY USED books relevant to youth ages 5 and through teens

Item Donation FAQs

Can’t find answers to your questions? We’re here to help. Contact Gail Andersen at gail@projectlemonadepdx.org for more information.

  • Project Lemonade does not serve youth under the age of 5. However, With Love Oregon does serve youth under age 5. Please visit their website to learn more about items they are currently accepting.

  • Project Lemonade does not regularly stock toys, please do not donate toys as we are unable to accommodate these in our store.

  • Approximately 90% of our inventory are new items.

    Based on youth feedback, we have worked hard to have new clothing.

    If you have a gently used item, we ask that you imagine it next to a brand-new item. If it still would look good next to a new item, and is within our accepted item list, we will happily accept your donation.

    Please wash all clothing before you donate it. Thanks for supporting foster youth!