Where to Donate Food, Bedding, and Supplies in Clinton County

Clinton County has dozens of organizations that accept donated goods, and knowing where to bring what makes the process a lot easier. FOOD The New Love Center at 15 W Main St in Lock Haven accepts non-perishable food donations Monday through Friday. Priority items include canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans), cooking oil, pasta, and breakfast items. The First Methodist food pantry at 260 E Water St also accepts food donations during office hours. Call ahead for large quantities. CLOTHING AND COATS The Salvation Army on W Main St is the most consistent year-round clothing collection site in Lock Haven. For the annual county coat drive (November through December), collection bins appear at Ross Library, First Methodist, Avis Fire Hall, Mill Hall Borough Office, LHU Bentley Hall, the Renovo Community Coalition, and Downtown Lock Haven office. BEDDING AND HOUSEHOLD First Methodist accepts clean twin sheet sets, blankets, and towels for emergency housing assistance. The New Love Center also accepts gently used household goods. Call to confirm current needs before donating, as storage space is limited. PET SUPPLIES The SPCA shelter at 1 Hogan Blvd accepts unopened dry dog and cat food, as well as gently used towels and blankets for animal use. PAWS Humane Society also accepts pet supply donations. BOOKS Ross Library accepts children's picture books and early readers for their Little Free Library network. Conditions: good physical shape, no missing pages, published within the last 15 years. SCHOOL SUPPLIES In summer (July-August), LHU Service Council coordinates the Back to School supply drive, accepting backpacks, notebooks, pencils, folders, and related items at the Bentley Hall table. TIPS FOR DONATING Always call or check the organization's listing before dropping off a large quantity. Storage space is limited at most nonprofit locations.