How to help the homeless in Fort Worth

CURRENT NEEDS & OUR WISHLIST

We are grateful for your generosity. To best serve our community, we ask that all donated items be new or gently used, clean, and in good working condition. Your kindness helps restore dignity and hope to those who need it most.

Make It A Home Program: Accepting New & GENTLY used items:‍ ‍

  • Linens: NEW ONLY

    • sheet sets or bed in bags (full & twin sizes)

    • bathmats (new only)

  • Kitchen items:

    • microwaves (countertop models only), toasters, silverware, cooking utensils, cutting boards (new only), Corel dish sets preferred

    • coffee makers (working and all pieces included)

    • pots & pans (not scratched/burned)

    • kitchen & bathroom garbage cans (new only)

  • Cleaning Supplies (new only):

    • brooms, dustpans, mops, laundry pods (pods only), dishwasher tablets, toilet bowl cleaner, cleaning agents (comet, dish detergent, Lysol), sanitizing wipes

  • Paper Products (new only):

    • toilet paper, paper towels (single-rolls preferred)

    To coordinate donations, email: donate@whenwelove.org

Homeless Outreach: Accepting New & GENTLY used items:

  • Men’s clothing & shoes:

    • Men’s jeans/pants sizes 30-40

    • Men’s underwear (M, L, XL) NEW only please!

    • Men’s shoes (sizes 8 and up)

  • Travel-size ONLY for hygiene kits:

    • deodorant, body soap (liquid only), conditioner, shaving cream, individual Kleenex packs, individual wipes, lip balm, sunscreen & insect repellant.

  • Back packs (adult-sized)

  • Drinks: water, soda, tea, Gatorade, Propel, etc. (12-16oz).

  • Prepackaged Foods (must be individually wrapped):

    • peanut butter crackers, chips, cookies, fruit snacks, Vienna sausages, Slim Jim's, etc.

  • Ziploc Bags (gallon or quart sized)

THINGS WE DO NOT ACCEPT:

  • Infant, child car seats unless NEW or less than 1 year .

  • King Size beds or Large Oversized Furniture

  • Stained/Dirty/Old Mattresses

  • Sofa Sleepers

  • Old Tube Televisions/Big Screen TV's

  • Used Underwear & Socks

  • Broken Appliances

  • Broken Electronics

  • Broken, Ripped, Torn or Stained Furniture

  • China Hutches/Formal Dining Sets

  • Stained Furniture/Bedding

  • Heavily Used/Worn Pots, Pans, Skillets

  • Torn/Ripped/Pet Damaged Furniture

  • Large Desks/Executive Desks

  • Torn, Stained, Dirty Clothing

  • Broken Bicycles

  • Any items missing parts/pieces

  • Tents & Sleeping Bags (we refer these to partner organizations)

If you are not sure if we could use it, email us a photo and description of the item and we will get right back with you.
​donate@whenwelove.org 

Wishlist

FINANCIAL SUPPORT IS OUR GREATEST NEED. OUR WAREHOUSE RECENTLY TOOK MAJOR DAMAGE IN A STORM. WE MUST RAIS $450,000 TO REBUILD THE DREAM CENTER. PLEASE DONATE.

Join us in praying over these items.  Each has a specific purpose tied to a program or service and would greatly help us advance our mission.  If YOU are looking for a way to help a local organization increase its impact in the community; Please consider a donation of any of the below items!

You can also make a financial donation towards the cost of any of these much-needed items Online
Or, By Check:
WhenWeLove
1100 E. Lancaster Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Late Model 11-15 Passenger Mini Bus, $53,500

New 20’ Box truck - $68K

Late Model 3/4 Ton Super Crew Pickup Truck $45K - WISH FILLED! 4-24-25 Thank You Macias Specialty Contracting!

Propane Forklift 15’ Reach for rough Terrain use.

Used Skid Steer $28K

Property 2 - We are seeking a 2-4 bay automotive repair facility to support our Rides for Hope Program. It would be used to teach men & women basic automotive repairs, maintenance, and make-ready. It would also be used to provide free and/or low-cost auto repairs for single parents.

Houses - If you have rental property that is causing you grief, or have inherited property you don't need; contact us.

Capital Fund $943,780.00 to complete 2025/2026 Dream Center Warehouse/HUB (includes operating budget).

4-6 Person Golf/Utility Cart. ($15,000)

Building Facia Repair - Estimate $32,000

Spray Foam Insulation - $25,700

Concrete Sponsor - ($50,000). Our parking lot needs to be replaced.

Property 1 - We are seeking property for a resale/thrift shop for our sustainability Plan.

Warehouse - 10,000 - 20,000 sq. ft. to support our Make it a Home Program/Furniture Bank

*Photos for reference only