Want to give us something other than cold, hard cash? We’ve got a whole list of supplies and electronics we could really use in our programs. Let us know if you’re able to donate any of the following items by emailing write@phillyspells.org!

GIFT CARDS

  • Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Booksense (independent bookstores), Borders
  • The Fresh Grocer, Pathmark, ACME, Superfresh, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods
  • Ikea
  • Staples, Office Depot
  • BJ’s, Target, A.C. Moore

COMPUTERS

  • Mac laptops or desktops, preferably running OSX 10.5 or later
  • Word processing, design, and publishing software for Mac
  • Educational software for Mac
  • Flash drives
  • Portable external hard drive (such as a Rugged Drive)

AUDIO-VISUAL

  • iPads, tablet computers, e-readers (such as Nook, Kindle), or iPods in good, working condition
  • Children’s audiobooks (CDs or tapes)
  • Durable headphones
  • Digital cameras with USB cord
  • Video editing software
  • A projection screen
  • A microphone and speaker

TUTORING

  • Newspaper or magazine subscriptions (perhaps you can trade in airline miles for a subscription?)
  • Books of interest to urban children and teens (especially picture books, ready-to-reads, and early chapter books), new or gently used
  • Board games that promote literacy
  • Septa tokens

WRITING & ART SUPPLIES

  • Reams of copier paper
  • Large rolls or pads of butcher paper
  • PENCILS!

KITCHEN NEEDS

  • Small paper or recyclable plastic cups
  • Small paper plates
  • Napkins
  • Fresh fruit

OFFICE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

  • Tower fans
  • Ceramic space heater
  • Stamps