Many families lack access to basic essentials. Your in-kind donations help restore dignity, health, and hope.
Your Items Bring Hope
When you donate new items,
you’re doing more than giving goods —
you’re restoring dignity, comfort, and hope to neighbors who need it most.
Every box you send becomes a direct gift to children, women, and families facing hardship.
Your Donated Items Become…
Gifts of Dignity and Hope
Check our Impact Stories to see how we empower neighbors in need.
What We Accept
- We gratefully accept only brand-new, unused items to ensure dignity and safety.
- Please note: We cannot accommodate unscheduled walk-in donations or small individual drop-offs.
- Corporate contributions and Donation Drives are warmly welcomed — please contact us in advance to arrange delivery.
- Donors are responsible for shipping costs.
- For safety and quality, we are unable to accept:
- Used items (even if in good condition)
- Expired or opened products
- Food or perishable goods
🛒 Daily Living Supplies
Your donation of everyday essentials helps families maintain dignity and well-being.
Please give only brand-new, unused items.
Suggested Items:
- Kitchen items
- Detergent
- Shampoo & Soap
- Masks
- Toothpaste / Toothbrush
- Wet wipes
- Vitamins & Nutrition products
👩 Women’s Essentials
Support women with the dignity of reliable health and hygiene products.
We only accept full, unopened packs and brand-new cosmetics.
Suggested Items:
- Sanitary pads (regular, overnight, panty liners)
- Cotton pads
- Lotion, sunscreen, cleansers
- Sheet masks & basic cosmetics
👕 Clothing & Accessories
Fresh clothing provides confidence and comfort to those in need.
We only accept brand-new, undamaged items.
Suggested Items:
- Pants, shirts, and knitwear
- Women’s and men’s clothing
- Shoes & bags
🎁 Baby & Children’s Needs
Give little ones a healthy and joyful start.
We only accept safe, brand-new products for children.
Suggested Items:
- Baby bottles, strollers, utensils
- Baby cosmetics
- School backpacks, notebooks, pens
- Toys (figures, role play, sports toys, crafts)
💻 Electronics & Equipment
Your donation of new electronics empowers learning and connection.
Only brand-new, unused devices can be accepted.
Suggested Items:
- Monitors & computers
- Tablet PCs
- Speakers & headphones
How To Send Your Items
| Step 1: Fill out the Form
- Submit our form before sending.
→ Item Donation Form - Our staff member will confirm with you.
- Please note: Unscheduled packages may be declined or discarded.
| Step 2: Package Your Items
- Pack items safely and efficiently.
- Shipping cost is donor’s responsibility.
- Check UPS for estimated shipping rates: [Estimate Shipping Cost – The UPS Store]
| Step 3: Ship Package to Gfoundation
- Send to our New York office: Gfoundation, 347 Fifth Ave., Suite 807, New York, NY 10016.
- Once received, we’ll send a thank-you note and update your donor portal with a record of your gift.
Other ways to Donate Items
- You can purchase items from our Amazon wishlist and ship them directly to our office.
- Or you can mail Gift Cards to our office: Gfoundation, 347 Fifth Ave., Suite 807, New York, NY 10016
If you have further inquiries, please email us at give@gfus.org or use our contact form to get in touch.
Impacts of Your Donation
Your generosity makes a difference – not only for the people we serve but also for our world.
1. Spreading the culture of sharing
We contribute to the spread of the culture of sharing through donations of goods and practice activities for marginalized neighbors.
2. Support for the vulnerable
We provide the most needed items to the vulnerable who need help.
3. Tax benefits
You can issue a donation receipt to a designated donation organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are in-kind (non-cash) donations tax-deductible?
Yes! Gfoundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
In-kind donations may be tax-deductible for both individuals and businesses, as permitted by the IRS.
▶️ See below for how to claim your deduction.
How do I claim a tax deduction for donated goods?
Whether you’re donating as an individual or on behalf of a business, the IRS requires the following steps to claim a tax deduction for in-kind (non-cash) donations:
1. Determine the value of your donation
- You are responsible for calculating and recording the Fair Market Value (FMV) of the donated items.
- Gfoundation does not assign or verify value, as required by IRS regulations.
2. Receive a donation acknowledgment
Gfoundation will issue a non-monetary written acknowledgment confirming:
- Item description
- Quantity
- Date of donation
- Whether any goods or services were received in return
💡 No dollar amount will be included in the letter.
3. Complete IRS Form 8283
- For total FMV over $500:
You must file IRS Form 8283 - Section A: For donations under $5,000
- Section B: For donations $5,000 or more, a qualified appraisal is required
- A qualified appraisal must not be dated earlier than 60 days before the contribution date.
🔗 Helpful Resources
Can Gfoundation assign a value to my donation?
No. In accordance with IRS rules, Gfoundation does not assign or verify the value of donated goods.
Donors are responsible for determining FMV and retaining documentation.
What kind of donation receipt will I receive?
Upon request, Gfoundation provides a written acknowledgment letter stating:
- Item description
- Quantity
- Donation date
- Confirmation that no goods or services were exchanged
➡️ Dollar value is not included.
What happens after submitting the application form?
After submitting the application form, our team will contact you via email or phone within the 5 business day (weekdays only).
Is submission of application compulsory?
Yes, to ensure transparent management and prevent loss of donated items, We only accepts items registered through the application form. Before sending your donation, please make sure to complete the form and follow the instructions provided by our staff.
