Ways to Support

  • Sharing gently used or unopened baby and maternity items helps keep the Donation Closet stocked and accessible for families as needs change.


    Scroll down to view the drop-off location, accepted and unaccepted items.

  • Help us reach families who may benefit by sharing our Facebook group or website with other military families stationed at Fort Drum. Many families are new to the area and may not know these resources exist.

    Talking about the Donation Closet with friends, neighbors, and local military families helps ensure support reaches those who need it.

  • Parents of Fort Drum is supported by community members who are willing to help in small, practical ways. Volunteering is flexible and based on availability—there are no long-term commitments required.

    If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out the form below.

  • For those who are able and wish to contribute, optional monetary support helps cover basic operating costs such as storage supplies, delivery coordination, and essential items that are rarely donated. Monetary support is always voluntary and is never required to access services.

    Financial support is completely optional and is never required to access the Donation Closet or receive items.

    Monetary contributions are not required to access resources and are not tax-deductible.

    Electronic payment options available (Venmo, Zelle, Cashapp…). Use the Contact Form for more details.

    Monetary donations can be made below, through our website.

Disclaimer

Safety & Participation Notice

Parents of Fort Drum is a community-run initiative that facilitates the sharing of donated items among Fort Drum families. All items are donated by community members and are provided as-is. Parents of Fort Drum does not inspect, test, certify, or guarantee the condition, safety, or suitability of any item.

Families are responsible for reviewing items prior to use and determining whether an item is appropriate for their household. By requesting, receiving, or using items, participants acknowledge and accept full responsibility for their use.

Parents of Fort Drum does not manufacture, sell, alter, or endorse any products. Participation is voluntary.

Pickup and delivery services are offered as a convenience. Parents of Fort Drum is not responsible for injuries, accidents, losses, or damages that may occur during pickup, delivery, or use of any donated item.

Optional monetary support and delivery fees are used solely to help offset operational costs and are not payments for goods or services.

By participating in any program, families acknowledge that Parents of Fort Drum and its organizers are not liable for claims, damages, or injuries arising from donated items, transportation, or participation in the program.

Donate Items Today!

The Donation Closet is sustained through items shared by community members. Donations help ensure essential items remain accessible to Fort Drum families as needs change throughout different stages of military life.

Accepted Items -

At this time, we are accepting the following donated items:

  • Baby and toddler clothing; preemie through 3T ONLY

  • Lactation, breastfeeding and bottle-feeding supplies and equipment

  • Maternity/ pregnancy, postpartum supplies and equipment

  • Baby formula (factory-sealed and within expiration date)

  • Beginner foods for babies and toddlers (unopened and within date)

  • Books; Expecting, Baby, Toddler and Parenting

  • Diaper and training pants/ pull-ups (accepted as new in box, unopened sleeve, open sleeve and loose singles)

All donated items must be in new, like-new, or gently used condition, free from major stains, damage or safety concerns.

Donation needs may change based on inventory levels and storage capacity. Please review current guidelines on the donation page before dropping off items.

Items We Are Unable to Accept

To ensure safety, storage efficiency, and ease of redistribution, we are unable to accept:

  • Opened, expired and/or partially used formula

  • Opened, expired and/or partially used food

  • Items that are recalled, missing parts/damaged, or heavily worn

  • Items with mold and/ or strong odors

  • Furniture, Gear, Car Seats, and other large items

  • Stuffed animals and plush toys

  • Adult clothing (besides maternity and pregnancy items)

  • Items outside our current accepted categories

Parents of Fort Drum cannot accept anything with safety or hygiene concerns.

Donation Drop-Off Location

Donations may be dropped off at any time at:

6557A Pinehurst Drive

Fort Drum, NY 13603

Please leave items on the covered porch and ensure all donations meet current guidelines before drop-off.

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Monetary support is completely optional and helps cover basic operating costs such as storage supplies, delivery coordination, and essential items that are rarely donated. Electronic payment options include: • Venmo • Zelle • PayPal • Cash App Monetary contributions are not required to access the Donation Closet or Diaper Exchange and are not tax-deductible.

Monetary contributions are completely optional and are used only to help cover basic operating costs. They are never required to access the Donation Closet or Diaper Exchange.

Monetary contributions are not payments for items or services and are not tax-deductible. They simply help sustain the day-to-day function of this community initiative.

Optional monetary support helps cover basic operating costs and is never required to receive items.