Do you have a new, or very gently used, item to donate that can help Vista Hill help those who are trying to help themselves?  In-kind contributions defray our costs and provide wonderful benefits that would not otherwise be possible for our children and families. The following is a partial list of needed items and volunteer services.

Monetary contributions - For the purchase of much needed items as
listed here.

Or consider contributing funds so that we can purchase these items. Your friendship and interest are very much appreciated.

Stein Education Center

Gift certificates – to grocery stores to purchase food for cooking groups or individual cooking lessons.
Gift certificates – (fast food & restaurants) – to provide community-based instruction and reinforcers for good behavior.
Microwave & toaster ovens – for teaching cooking skills to disabled students.
Electronic keyboard – for musical activities for students.
Motorized treadmill – occupational therapy & fitness for disabled youth.
Small trampoline – for enjoyment and energy release for active students.
Hammock swing – calming activity for children with autism.
Balls of any kind - playground, soccer, basketball, tennis.
Racquets for badminton or tennis – build game-playing skills.
Coloring books and art supplies.
From Lakeshore Learning, Einstein Tool Box and other stores Dino Kit, Science Kit, Microscope with screen & slides, Butterfly Kit, Crystal Growing, Magnets, Balloon Physics, Volcanoes, Books about the Human Body (total cost around $400). All contributions toward this are welcome!

Stein Education Center Adult Services

Cabinets - To store program supplies
Tables / chairs - From Costco
Gift certificates - To Michael's to purchase craft items
Gift certificates - To grocery stores to purchase food for cooking groups
Griddle / hotplate - For cooking groups

Stein Special Care Services (formerly Recreation Program)

Porch swing - For leisure and relaxation time for teens
DVD player - For video viewing on Fun Fridays
Musical instruments - For music and dance therapy
Children's books - For story time and leisure reading
Couches - Nice and/or gently used

ParentCare Family Recovery Center

Baby supplies (diapers, bottles, etc.) - To assist young mothers at our ParentCare Center
Patio table with umbrella - For outdoor gatherings at our Geisel Activity Center
Polaroid camera & film - For art therapy projects
Make-up, grooming & hygiene items - For ParentCare moms who are homeless
DVD players - For educational videos to enhance our life skills classes
Small gift certificates (retail stores) - Items for our “store” (incentives for clients to succeed; for example $5 to Target or Walmart)
Household needs - Sheets, blankets, baby cribs, strollers, pots, pans, silverware

Incredible Families Central

Incentives for parents and foster parents for attendance and transport of children (e.g., small denominations for gas, grocery or restaurant cards)
50 Incredible Years parenting books ($20/book) to give to parents to keep for their own
Interactive activities for families during family night visitations (e.g., games, books, craft materials, balls for outside, bubbles, and toys for young children and babies)

Bridges Early Intervention