Urgent Needs

Donate Essential Items to Support Our Neighbors

At Intensions, we serve communities experiencing homelessness, many of whom face urgent challenges every day. Your in-kind donations provide critical relief and care—helping people stay healthy, warm, and dignified

What Supplies Are Most Needed Right Now

• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Wound care materials: dressing and bandages. ie bandaids, gauze
• Water: Bottled, or can. Dehydration is a common and dangerous issue.
• Protection from the elements: Weather: cold/heat/rain
  • Rain coats
  • Rain poncho
  • Sweatshirts/hoodies
  • Jackets
  • Sleeping bags/blankets
  • Tarps
  • Tents
• Hygiene and sanitation:
  • Soap
  • Toothpaste/toothbrush
  • Sanitizer
• Clothing:
  • Pants
  • Underwear
  • Shoes
  • Socks
  • Rain boots
• Ultimately, Portland, OR. is a cold and wet place for most of the year. Even in the warmer months, the night time can still be cold. Our goal with our Urgent Needs list is to facilitate health and safety among the external elements that make up the Pacific Northwest. (NOT MARRIED TO THIS QUOTE).

Why These Items Matter

Many individuals we serve lack access to everyday essentials. Donating these urgently needed goods supplies immediate comfort, helps with self-care, and protects against harsh weather conditions—boosting dignity and health.

How Donating Works

• Check the List: View our current needs above.
• Purchase or Gather: Choose new, unopened items to ensure hygiene and usefulness.
• Drop Off or Ship: We’ll provide instructions for how and where to deliver safely.
• We Distribute: Your donation goes directly into care packages and outreach kits, ensuring frontline impact.

Become a Supporter Today

Each item you donate brings real relief to someone in need. If you’re interested in organizing a drive with your community or workplace, we’d love to support you with list updates, drop-off coordination, and promotional materials.

Ready to help? Contact us to find out the best drop-off location or see how to contribute items right away.