How You Can Help Second Step
Monetary Donations
Second Step couldn’t do the work we do without the generous support of our community. Financial contributions are accepted and appreciated all year round. Below are example of how your dollars help women, children, and families in Clark County.
- $50 could buy a set of new, clean sheets for a child to sleep on.
- $75 could provide warmth and electricity for one family during a month of winter weather.
- $150 could pay for supportive services such as interview clothes, job searches, and resume writing classes for two women who are seeking living-wage employment.
- $500 could help ensure that the next generation grows up with the skills they need to succeed by providing parenting classes and child-care for one family.
"Thank you so much for the opportunity that you've extended to myself and my daughter. You greeted us with beautiful new bedding and a living situation with our needs in mind. Thank you!" —Elizabeth
For more information about charitable giving, contact Debby Dover at 360-993-5301 or ddover@secondstephousing.org .
David's Dream Campaign
An extraordinary 11-year-old is helping to end homelessness in Clark County. Read more about David and find out how to become a part of David's Dream.
Donate Online
Donate online using a credit or debit card.
Donate by Mail
Checks, payable to Second Step Housing, can be mailed to:
Second Step Housing
Attn: Development Director
2500 Main Street, Suite 120
Vancouver, WA 98660-2697
Charitable Bequests
When doing your estate planning, consider making Second Step a beneficiary in your will.
In-Kind Donations
Immediate Needs
Women in transitional housing are working hard to provide their families with food and clothing. This list represents immediate needs that are often beyond their reach.
- Canned food and dry goods - canned vegatables and meets, pastas, dried beans, etc.
- Cleaning supplies — mops, vacuum cleaners, paper towels, garbage bags (kitchen & bath sizes), laundry detergent, drier sheets, dish soap, all purpose cleaner, Comet, dishwasher detergent, disinfectant spray for kitchen and bathroom, toilet bowl cleaner, Clorox clean up wipes, and laundry detergent.
- Feminine hygiene products
- General household goods — toilet paper, rubber gloves, coffee and light bulbs.
- Plus size - Gently used plus size women's clothing
- Career clothing - Gently used career clothing for women
- Household items - Bakeware, cookware, dishes
- Bedding - Gently used or new bedding - twin or full size only
- Children's - Gently used children's items and clothing
Donations are accepted M-F, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Items can be dropped off at our facility, 2500 Main Street, Suite 120, Vancouver, WA 98660. Please indicate that donations are for Second Step. You can also call 360-993-5301 to make other arrangements.
Other
If you have other items that you would like to donate to Second Step, please contact Debby Dover at 360-993-5301 or ddover@secondstephousing.org to be sure the items are needed.
Partnerships
Second Step Housing is excited to announce a new partnership with Stand Realty, a real estate company operating in Clark County, dedicated to doing business a little differently. Every time they make a sale, 25% of that commission is donated directly to a charity or non-profit organization in the name of their customer. That means that if you or someone you know complete a real estate transaction with Stand Realty, you can select Second Step Housing to receive the funds. Considering that a typical real estate commission is around $6000, simply using their services will provide us with nearly $1500. The brokers at Stand Realty are experienced with high character and professionalism and are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction. Please tell your friends and family about this new opportunity; help make a difference by calling Stand Realty at 360-891-9000 or email Gregg@standrealty.com.