Below you will find a list of items that our current West Michigan Veterans can use. It is our duty as a community to help those less fortunate and that is especially true for our beloved Veterans, who deserve our heartfelt gratitude and in some cases; our helping hand. Please read the list below and if you can; contact the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans to arrange a donation!

(GRHV Contact Information at the Bottom)

“The Grand Rapids Home for Veterans is grateful for all donations that are purchased for the residents. Many of these items are a luxury. All items on this list enhance the quality of life the Home’s veterans enjoy. Your help in obtaining these items will be greatly appreciated.” – GRHV

• NEW BATTERIES: C & AAA – Alkaline
• NEW RELEASE DVD’S
• POSTAGE STAMPS (Prefer Forever Stamps for letters and postcards)
• BIC DISPOSABLE LIGHTERS
• POCKET TISSUES
• LARGE PRINT PLAYING CARDS – PINOCHLE CARDS.

“NOTE: The Home’s Infection Control Policy requires all underwear given to the residents be new and in original packaging.”

• T-SHIRTS: Medium, Large, X Large, XX Large, XXX Large
• SWEAT PANTS: Medium, Large, X Large, XX Large, XXX Large
• BUTTON-DOWN SHIRTS: Short Sleeve: X Large, XX Large & XXX Large
• MEN’S JEANS & CASUAL PANTS: Size 40 & Larger
• NEW TENNIS SHOES, With Velcro Closing – All Sizes.

“NOTE: All personal care items must be new & in the package unopened.”

• MEN’S BODY WASH: Power Stick Brand or White Rain
• AFTER-SHAVE LOTION/ BALM / GEL & Pre-Electric Shave Lotion
• BODY – HAND LOTION, Unscented. POWDER STICK BODY SPRAY
• MOUTHWASH (Alcohol free): Binaca & Close Up
• NEW 3-HEADED ELECTRIC RAZORS
• DISPOSABLE RAZORS – 3 or more blades preferred
• INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED MINIATURE & FULL SIZE CANDY BARS
• INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED CHIPS – Variety Pack.

Donated items may be dropped off at the Donation Center located in the NCO Building across from the pond. Monetary donations may be dropped off at the Volunteer Office.

GRAND RAPIDS HOMES FOR VETERANS  –  Phone: 616-364-5331

3000 MONROE AVENUE, NW – GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49505