We have been closely monitoring and evaluation the situation around COVID-19. After careful deliberation, we have made the decision to reschedule several volunteer events. At this time, we will reschedule our April Shoebox Project volunteer dates. We will notify registered volunteers of the new dates as soon as possible.
Furthermore, we have cancelled and/or postponed various United Way sponsored volunteer events and will continue to reassess our calendar in the upcoming days and months.
United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County is mobilizing our community to provide personal care and basic need items to our most vulnerable residents.
March 2 - May 29 United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County will collect decorated shoe boxes filled with personal care and basic need items from individuals, families and organizations in our community. Everyday items most of us take for granted, like toothbrushes, soap, or a comb can make a big difference for someone living in poverty or experiencing homelessness. Believe it or not, some of the most important essentials people need can fit right inside of a shoe box.
Join our efforts to help those in need in our community.
Volunteer Activity:
- Decorating – wrapping shoe boxes that are not decorated
- Sorting – checking shoe boxes to make sure contents are safe and appropriate
- Assembly – Filling recently decorated shoe boxes with basic need items.
- Packing – Pack completed shoe boxes into large moving boxes to be given to member nonprofits
Please bring decorating items with you if possible: Scissors, wrapping paper, fabric, ribbon, tape, etc.
We also welcome toiletry donations to fill the boxes:
Accepted Items
Adhesive Bandages
- Baby Wipes
- Conditioner
- Deodorant
- Hair Comb / Brush
- Hand Sanitizer
- Lotion
- Shampoo
- Sanitary Napkins / Liners
- Soap / Body Wash
- Tampons
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
Not Accepted Items:
- Food
- Medicine
- Mouthwash
- Razors
- Sewing Kits
- Used or Opened Items
- Hotel Toiletries
