Stuff the Unit for Illinois Valley PADS

Help stock Ottawa's new shelter with essential non-food supplies. Drop off new, unopened items at Ottawa Easy Storage, 530 E. Etna Road, from September 28 through October 31, 2026.
 

What to Donate: New & Unopened Items

Illinois Valley PADS needs everyday essentials to stock Ottawa's new shelter. Please bring only new, unopened items from these categories:

• Paper products – toilet paper, paper towels, tissues
• Laundry supplies – laundry detergent, dryer sheets
• Cleaning supplies – all-purpose cleaners, disinfectant spray
• Personal-care items – shampoo, body wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant
• New socks & underwear – all adult sizes, in original packaging

How to Donate in 3 Steps

1. Pick up new, unopened essentials from the list above.
2. Bring them to Unit C02 on the south side of 530 E. Etna Road between Sept. 28 and Oct. 31, 2026.
3. Place them in the unit. We match your donation and deliver everything to the shelter.