09/17/2021
If you'd like to make a donation to the folks at Steamer Landing, you are always welcome to drive there and pass out items, or leave them on the benches, in the field away from other tents but visible, etc.
Please be conscientious of the items you are bringing. For example, a case of water is always welcome and can be left in the open for people to avail themselves of, as are non-perishable canned goods and snacks. Other items like Mac and Cheese, rice, and dry noodles might be a good fit, but it is a good idea to check with people individually at the camp to make sure they can afford the time and materials to boil water. Use discretion when deciding what you can leave around and what you should give directly to people.
Lastly, please be mindful of your donations, as sometimes they are not useful and end up cluttering the space with garbage, which reflects poorly on the residents there. This specifically applies to items like clothing and the aforementioned conditional food items. If you drop off clothes, it is wise to check back in a day or two and see if some items are still left there, as these can probably be collected back and re-used later, not just left there as clutter.
Thank you so much for your big hearts!
