Northampton Area Public Library is now collecting donations for our Teen Resource Pantry! This pantry will provide youth who are unhoused and/or have unmet needs access to free snacks, school supplies, and hygiene products.
Donations can be dropped off any time the library is open. We will not accept any used, opened, or secondhand items.
Needed Items
Food:
- Nonperishable snacks (ex: Goldfish crackers, granola bars, etc.)
Toiletries and Personal Care Items:
- Baby wipes
- Body lotion
- Body wash
- Bug spray
- Chapstick
- Cosmetics (ex: eye shadow, lip gloss, etc.)
- Deodorant
- Dry shampoo
- Facial wipes
- Menstrual health products (ex: pads, tampons, etc.)
- Mouthwash
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Shaving cream
- Sunscreen
- Textured/curly hair shampoo and conditioner (ex: Shea Moisture brand)
- Textured/curly hair care products (ex: Shea Moisture brand)
- Tissues
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Wash cloths
- Winter gloves
- Winter hats (ex: beanies, etc.)
- Socks (size S-XL)
Miscellaneous:
- Accessories (ex: hair clips, etc.)
- Fidget toys
- Phone chargers
If you have questions, please contact the Young Adult Program Coordinator: medelheiser@northamptonapl.org
