The holidays are a difficult time for the children and youth in our care.  Most of the youth at ACS will not be able to return home to their families for the Holiday season.  Our staff and volunteers work hard to make this a warm and memorable time for them by decorating the cottages, taking them on outings and putting gifts under the tree. To do this, we must turn to the generous support of individuals and companies to assist with donations.

Most of the children in our care are high school age.  Many may never have experienced receiving Holiday gifts.  If you would like to help provide gifts or other needed items, here are some suggested items and drives.  Scroll down for a printable list, contact information and drop off dates.  

Please note: Gifts will be accepted Sat & Sun, Dec. 15th & 16th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
on Fri, Dec. 21 from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm and on Sat, Dec 22 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
We deeply appreciate your generosity but will not be able to accept gifts on Sunday, Dec. 23rd.

Gift cards are a wonderful way to give to the children and youth at ACS. Shopping for their own clothing boosts self esteem while gift cards for movies, bowling, skating and more provide activities for the holidays. Click here for a suggested list.

Organize a gift drive at your place of work or worship by cottage.  Choose a Holiday Gift Drive by age group to organize your drive. Each list contains items typically asked for by the youth or items they need.  Click here for a Holiday wish.

No time to shop? Can't decide? Want to give something that's needed? Make an online donation and your gift will be used where it's needed most.

You can help ACS meet the needs of the youth in our care or provide other items the Shelter needs by donating items on this Wish List.  

Are you interested in personally shopping for a child or teen at ACS this Holiday Season?  Sign up for our Fulfill a Child's Wish program.

Click on the tag above for answers to frequently asked questions.

Drop Off Dates:
Thank you, in advance, for your donation.  Holiday gifts will be accepted during the following dates and times.
Sat & Sun, Dec. 15th & 16th
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Fri, Dec. 21
11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sat, Dec 22
10:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Contact:
Lindsay Contreras
lindsay@austinchildrenshelter.org
512.499.0090

Location:
4800 Manor Road
Building A
Austin, TX 78723

(512) 499-0090