This was just passed to me to share with our shelter dinner groups and post on our website. I thought I'd share it with you since it's a good list and most shelters would probably like to get similar donations for the holidays. (Just a little nudge to think globally and act locally.)

Holiday Wish List for Shelter Guests

Backpacks and duffle bags
T-Shirts
Kmart or Target gift cards
Passes to downtown movie theaters
Jogging suits (generally larger sizes)
A holiday card with a $5.00 bill inside
Phone cards for U.S., Central America, or Africa
Food items: beef jerky, gum or mints, oranges and bananas
Bus tokens and cards
Fast food gift certificates
Watches
Flannel pajama pants (for men and women)
Heavy duty slippers (for men and women)
Hats, mittens, scarves (for men and women)
Long underwear (for men and women)