Give What's Needed. Make an Impact.
The right donation at the right time can make all the difference.
Every day, individuals in our community turn to Ark Aid Mission for essential supplies, support and a place of belonging. From everyday necessities like socks and hygiene products to larger items that support our programs and services, your generosity helps us respond to real, immediate needs.
Explore our current priority needs below and discover how you can make a meaningful difference.
Donation Drop-Off
Ark Aid Mission | 696 Dundas Street, London
Our priority needs list is updated monthly to reflect what is needed most.
See Our Winter Priority Needs Below:
Items bolded in red are most urgently needed.
- Hand Warmers (i.e. Hot Paws)
- Foot Warmers (i.e. Hot Paws)
- Scarves
- Neck Warmers
- Balaclavas
- Mittens
- Gloves
- Headbands
- Toques
- Boots (Men’s & Women’s)
- Snowpants (Men’s & Women’s)
- Jackets (Men’s & Women’s)
- Thermal Socks
- Long Sleeve Shirts
- Long Sleeve Thermals
- Long Pants
- Long Thermals
- Sweaters
- Sweatpants
- Underwear
- Body Wash
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Shaving Cream
- Razors
- Deodorant
- Unscented Body Lotion
- Lip Balm
- Baby Wipes
- Feminine Hygiene Wipes
- Tissues
- Hand Sanitizer (individual or large bottles)
- Toilet Paper
- Hair Combs
- Hair Brushes
- Backpacks
- Waterproof Storage (i.e. dry bags)
- Sleeping Bags
- Thermal Blankets
- Emergency Blankets
- Flashlights
- Head Lamps
- Reusable Water Bottles
- Thermos
- Sleeping Mats (Insulated)
- Waterproof Tents
- Tarps
- Rain Ponchos
- Portable Phone Chargers
- Batteries
- Gift Cards (Coffee, Grocery, etc.)
- Bus Tickets
- First Aid Supplies
- Laundry Detergent
- Household Cleaning Supplies
- Dog/Cat Food (Canned or Dry)
- Cereal
- Fruit Cups
- Pudding Cups
- Granola Bars
- Protein Bars
- Canned Goods (pull-tab is ideal)
- Pasta
- Rice
- Bottled Water
- Ground Coffee
- Hot Chocolate
- Shelf-stable Milk, Creamer
- Gatorade
- Meal Replacement/Protein Drinks
- Tomato Sauce
- Wrapped/Packaged Snacks
Prefer to Give Financially?
Financial donations give Ark Aid Mission the flexibility to purchase essential supplies, meet urgent needs and provide critical support to individuals in our community.
Drop-off Instructions
Our main location address is 696 Dundas St in London. We accept donations every day (including weekends) from 9am–5pm. Street parking is available right outside of the front doors on the north side of Dundas St. Look for the door that has a “Donation Drop-Off” sign on it, which is also the main reception area entrance (see photo below—the door is highlighted in a yellow box). For questions or assistance, please call our main line at 519-667-0322 and our receptionist will help you.
Donation FAQs
We accept donations every day from 9am–5pm at our main location (696 Dundas St). If you need assistance, call 519-667-0322 or email [email protected].
Outside of the above list, we gratefully accept gently-used clothing, non-perishable food items, hygiene products (e.g., toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo), blankets, household essentials, and new or used working electronics. For more detailed info food donations, please see the next question below.
Accepted as new items ONLY: pillows, hair ties, and headbands
Accepted on an as-needed basis ONLY: large furniture and mattresses
We cannot accept medication, children’s clothing, duvets, and toys.
If you have any questions about donations, please call 519-667-0322 or email [email protected].
Yes, we accept non-perishable food items, fresh produce, and frozen goods. Please ensure all items are unopened and within their expiry dates. We can also accept dairy and meals, but only from commercial kitchens that have held these products within proper food safety temperature ranges.
We cannot accept opened containers or home-cooked meals from non-commercial donors (for safety reasons), and coffee maker pods (Keurig, Tassimo, etc — ground coffee only please).
Yes, we are happy to coordinate bulk donations! Please email us at [email protected] or call 519-667-0322 to schedule a time. Unfortunately, we do not offer a pick-up service, but we can assist in arranging transportation if needed.
Yes, we provide tax receipts for both monetary donations and in-kind gifts that meet Canada Revenue Agency guidelines. Please include your name and address with your donation to ensure timely receipt issuance.