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🍼 Where to donate baby items in Illinois

Strollers, swings, baby clothes and diapers help new parents in a big way. Pregnancy centers and baby pantries are the best place for them.

Before you go

13 places in Illinois take baby items.

Chicago & Cook County 4

Chicago

Lakeview Pantry - The Hub

  • unopened, unexpired non-perishable food (pop-top cans helpful)
  • new, unopened hygiene, bathroom and cleaning supplies
  • children's diapers sizes 2-6
Not accepted: produce, refrigerated or frozen food; cooked leftovers; expired or opened food; clothing, furniture, luggage; bedding; cribs, strollers, car seats
Chicago

Lakeview Pantry - Headquarters

  • unopened, unexpired non-perishable food (pop-top cans helpful)
  • new, unopened hygiene, bathroom and cleaning supplies
  • children's diapers sizes 2-6
Not accepted: produce, refrigerated or frozen food; cooked leftovers; expired or opened food; clothing, furniture, luggage; bedding; cribs, strollers, car seats
Chicago

Deborah's Place

  • laundry detergent and cleaning supplies
  • paper products
  • towels and washcloths
  • toiletries (deodorant, razors, mouthwash)
  • trash bags
  • adult diapers (S, M)
  • over-the-counter cold and flu medicine
Not accepted: clothing; used or opened items
Chicago

Tree House Humane Society

  • dry cat and dog food (opened OK)
  • unopened wet food, tuna and meat baby food
  • cat litter, toys, carriers, bowls
  • cat trees and grooming supplies
  • bath towels
  • newspaper or training pads
Not accepted: frozen or refrigerated pet food; needles, syringes, controlled medications; heavy comforters or pillows; household items or human clothing; pillowcases or fitted sheets; used litter boxes

Lake County 1

WaukeganCall to confirm

Keeping Families Covered

  • diapers and wipes
  • formula
  • baby gear
  • children's clothing and shoes
  • period supplies

Aurora, Elgin & Kane County 1

Geneva

Northern Illinois Food Bank - West Suburban Center

  • Shelf-stable food
  • Fresh produce and dairy
  • Personal care items and diapers
  • Paper products and cleaning supplies
  • Health and beauty products

Kankakee & Iroquois 1

Peoria 1

Pekin, East Peoria & Eureka 1

Pekin

Tazewell County Health Department Care to Share Closet

  • children's clothing
  • shelf-stable food
  • toiletries

Champaign-Urbana 1

Danville & Paris 1

Decatur & Taylorville 1

Anna, Metropolis & Cairo 1

Metropolis

Hope Unlimited Family Care Center

  • baby items