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Hearts For The Homeless
Est. 1992Buffalo, NY
Donating to Hearts For The Homeless
Hearts for the Homeless operates mobile food trucks and outreach services for people experiencing homelessness in western New York. Founded in Buffalo in 1992, the organization provides hot meals, clothing, and personal care items directly to people living on the streets and in shelters.
Clothing donations to Hearts for the Homeless go directly to people who need them, not to a thrift store. When you donate coats, blankets, shoes, and warm clothing, those items are distributed through their mobile outreach trucks. This is one of the most direct ways your donated clothing can help someone in immediate need.
Hearts for the Homeless especially needs cold-weather gear. Buffalo winters are brutal, and the demand for coats, boots, hats, gloves, and blankets spikes every fall. If you're cleaning out your closet in western New York, this organization makes sure your donation reaches someone who needs it today.
Hearts For The Homeless Locations by State
595 donation centers across 1 states
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hearts for the Homeless sell donated clothing?
No. Donated clothing is distributed directly to people experiencing homelessness through their mobile outreach trucks. Items go straight to someone in need.
What items does Hearts for the Homeless need most?
Coats, warm clothing, blankets, shoes, and personal care items. Winter gear is in highest demand due to harsh Buffalo-area winters.
Where does Hearts for the Homeless operate?
Primarily in western New York, centered in Buffalo. Their mobile trucks serve people experiencing homelessness throughout the region.
Can I donate food to Hearts for the Homeless?
Yes. They accept non-perishable food items in addition to clothing. Their mobile trucks distribute both food and clothing to people in need.
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