Emmaus Homeless Shelter in Ellsworth accepts physical donations that support shelter guests and people moving into permanent housing. Its official site specifically requests lightly used or new seasonal clothing in good condition, including coats and other warm clothing, and also identifies household goods such as dishes, cookware, small kitchen appliances, linens, bedding, lamps, tables, chairs, couches and other furniture that may be used when families establish new apartments. Because storage and current client needs change, donors are asked to call ahead before bringing furniture or household items. Clothing should be clean and free of stains or tears. The shelter also welcomes selected toiletries and other basic-needs supplies. This can provide executors with a local reuse option for suitable clothing, linens and usable household contents. Save a trip! Call Emmaus Homeless Shelter first to confirm hours and that they are accepting what you’re bringing.