Wish List

Three key ways in which you can give to help Ruth Harbor include monetary donations, volunteering, or donating gifts. Here is our wish list which contains many of the things we currently need. Many of these items are a direct blessing to our residents. For drop-offs, we kindly request that you call our office ahead of time at 515-279-4661 or email Lexi at lexi@ruthharbor.org to inquire. This will help us ensure that we can properly receive and manage your generous contributions.

Amazon makes it easy! Check out our general Amazon Wish List to shop online and have donations delivered directly to our Des Moines property.

— We cannot accept opened packages or partially used bottles as donations. —

— NO travel-size bottles, please. —

Most Needed Items

  • Size 3, 4 & 5 diapers

  • Toilet paper (1-ply or 2-ply)

  • $25 Gift cards (Walmart & Amazon)

  • Natural, fragrance free laundry detergent (for HE machines)

  • Dishwasher pods (no liquid or powder please)

  • Play mats x3

  • Towel sets

  • Pillows

  • Window cleaner

  • Floor cleaner

  • Toilet bowl cleaner

Large Ticket Items

  • Used minivan, reliable, stow-and-go seats a plus (contact for details: 515-279-4661)

  • Lenovo - IdeaPad 3i Chromebook 15.6” x6 for residents (Best Buy link)

  • Vacuum cleaner

  • Pack ‘n Play (new or gently used)

Baby Essentials

  • Video baby monitors (new or gently used)

  • Sound machines x4 (new or gently used)

  • Infant & kids' natural medications (cough syrup, etc)

  • Bassinet & Pack ’n Play sheets

New Mom Essentials

Home & Kitchen

  • Disinfecting wipes

  • Garbage bags (13-gallon)

  • Coffee pods (Kuerig compatible)

  • Paper bowls

  • 9" Paper plates

  • Dish soap

  • Dishwasher pods

  • Paper towels

  • Dryer Sheets

Other

  • Bottled water

  • Metro waste bags

  • Forever stamp rolls of 100


Gently Used Items

We are currently accepting the gently-used items listed here as well as those noted above. For other offers, please complete this online form:

  • Used, reliable 4-door sedan (contact for details: 515-279-4661)

  • Used minivan, reliable, stow-and-go seats a plus (contact for details: 515-279-4661)