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Donation Services | Families Forward

1203 Hartford Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

Eligibility
Open to all individuals
Required documents
None
(515) 244-6251
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process
If bringing 5 or more bags/boxes to the Bidwell Pantry, please call ahead, no more than 2 bags for The Home Connection unless calling ahead
Fees
None
Service area
Dallas County, IA Jasper County, IA Madison County, IA Marion County, IA Polk County, IA Warren County, IA

Accepts donations of new or gently-used items are needed for our clothing and household pantry. Items need to be clean, in good condition, in working order, and include all pieces. Damaged or broken items may be turned away. Donations should not be left outside. **Please Note: If you are bringing more than 5 boxes or bags of donations to the Bidwell Pantry, please schedule a delivery time. Contact Missy Reams by email at [email protected] or by phone at 515-244-6251 option 5 to schedule a delivery time. Items dropped off at The Home Connection cannot exceed 2 bags unless calling ahead. 

Date of Last Formal Update
10/08/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Families Forward

Offers social service programs to the community.