The holidays are upon us and we believe it’s so important, now more than ever, to celebrate them. Coming together with friends and family and giving to others helps one feel one’s power. We ask that of our clients every day – to feel their power, to grab hold of the agency they can have over their lives, and to make good choices and take action.
Every person who walks through our doors deserves to be celebrated for taking that first step towards health and stability. Whether it’s for their first meal at the Boston Living Center, for harm reduction supplies at our new Victory Connector, or to live at one of our family shelter or recovery homes – each first, courageous step is one step closer to feeling one’s power and making lasting positive change.
You have the power when it comes to helping our community’s most vulnerable.
On our Holiday Wish List, you’ll see items requested by those we serve – including over 100 children. You can see the complete list below or by visiting our Amazon Gift Registry. If you order through our Registry, the items will be sent directly to us. All donations can be sent to 404 S. Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02130. Make sure to select a weekday delivery date (M—F) for all purchased items.
Residential Programs for Individuals and Families
Children (Ages birth – 16)
Preferred brands include but are not limited to Fisher Price, Leapfrog, Lego, Melissa & Doug, Baby Einstein
- Gift Cards for Parents to Purchase Clothing, Coats, Shoes (Target, Walmart, Marshalls, Old Navy)
- Alphabet and Counting Toys
- Art Supplies
- Baby Formula
- Blocks and Stacking Sets
- Books (English and Spanish)
- Diapers (Sizes 0-6), Pull-Ups, and Baby Wipes
- Dolls (Racially Diverse)
- Dress-Up Sets (Doctor, Vet, Chef, Mail Carrier, etc.)
- Floor Mats
- Gaming Systems and Tablets
- Headphones
- Puzzles
- Sports Equipment
- Toy Cars
Adults
- Gift Cards (Preferred Cards Include Amazon, Old Navy, Stop & Shop, Target, Walgreens)
- Art Supplies
- Body and Hand Lotion for Men and Women
- Body Wash for Men and Women
- Full-Size Blankets
- Facial Masks
- Full-Size Sheets
- Hand Warmers
- Journals
- Juice Boxes
- Manicure Sets, Nail Polish
- Menstrual Products (Pads and Tampons)
- Men’s Boxers (M, L, XL)
- Pillows
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Shelf-Stable Snacks (chips, breakfast bars, granola, fruit snacks, cookies)
- Slippers (L, XL, XXL)
- Socks
- Sweaters
- Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
- Towels and Washcloths
- Travel-Sized Tissue Packs
- Warm Winter Wear in Neutral Colors (Fuzzy Socks, Gloves, Hats, Scarves)
- Women’s Underwear (S, M, L)
Mobile Prevention Team – Street Outreach
- $5 Gift Cards (Preferred Cards Include CVS, Target, Walgreens, 7-Eleven, or Dunkin’)
- Bottled Water
- Hand Sanitizer
- Hand Warmers
- Nonperishable, Travel-Sized Snacks (e.g., Granola Bars, Fruit Cups)
- Socks
- Travel-Sized Disinfectant Wipes
- Travel-Sized Hygiene Products (e.g., ChapStick, Lotion, Shampoo, Toothpaste)
Boston Living Center
- Belts
- Blankets
- Bottled Water
- Cell Phone Battery Chargers
- Hand Warmers
- Long-Sleeved Shirts
- Men’s Underwear
- Socks
- Sweatpants
- Sweatshirts
- Women’s Underwear
- Travel-Sized Hygiene Products (e.g., ChapStick, Lotion, Shampoo, Toothpaste)
- Travel-Sized Tissue Packs
If you are unable to give an in-kind donation at this time, click here for more ways you can give to Victory Programs.
If you’d like to make a cash donation, click here.