Ways to Give

Make a meaningful impact by participating in workplace giving to help support our brothers and sisters in need.

Items

CCWTN is proud to serve our neighbors in need within the community by offering essential items such as food, clothing, hygiene kits, diapers, and other baby items. By donating these essential items, you have the power to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. Donations can be made in person or through our Amazon Wishlist, listed below

What is Needed & Accepted

Our Emergency Services programs offer those in need food, baby items, hygiene kits, and clothing. 

We welcome easy-to-open, non-perishable foods such as 

  • Fruit Cups 
  • Apple Sauce 
  • Vienna Sausages 
  • Canned Proteins  
  • Peanut Butter 
  • Chips 
  • Etc. 


Baby items are always greatly appreciated to help sustain our Tiny Blessings. This program offers baby essentials, and you can donate specific items such as formula, diapers, wipes, baby food, new or gently used baby blankets/clothing to caregivers who may need assistance. 

Hygiene kits are essential to our life-changing mission. New travel-sized toiletry items are always appreciated.  

Donating clothing is easy! You can drop new or gently used and laundered items at our Jefferson campus Monday- Thursday 8am-3pm.

Your items will be sorted and hung so our guests can privately shop free of charge, thanks to donors like you.   

Our Clothing Closet accepts the following for Women, Men, Teens and Children:  

  • Tops (sleeveless, short sleeve, long sleeve) 
  • Bottoms (shorts, capris, jeans, pants) 
  • Athletic wear 
  • Dresses 
  • Skirts 
  • Outerwear (jackets, coats) 
  • Pajamas 
  • School uniforms 
  • Shoes (athletic, boots) 
  • New underwear 
  • Bras 
  • Socks 

Accessories accepted include the following:  

  • Handbags 
  • Wallets 
  • Belts 
  • Winter accessories (scarves, mittens/gloves, hats)

Amazon WishList

Help your neighbors in need this summer by donating essential items for our Outreach Centers: chapstick with SPF, men’s boxers/briefs, women’s underwear, individual bug wipes, individual sunscreen/travel size, gently used tennis shoes, gently used t-shirts, and jeans. Drop off your donations at 1325 Jefferson Ave., Memphis, TN 38104, Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, or shop directly from our Amazon Wishlist below.

Workplace Giving

Make a meaningful impact by participating in workplace giving to help support our brothers and sisters in need.

Empower yourself by initiating a conversation at your workplace about the convenience of payroll deduction, fundraising at work, employer gift match. It’s a simple yet powerful way to make a difference.  

Benefits of donating through workplace giving as an employee:

  • You can easily support those in your community in need when you have a gift that is deducted directly from your paycheck.  
  • When your employer matches your donations, your contribution is not just doubled, but amplified, making an even more significant impact. 
  • Workplace giving programs ensure your donations are consistent throughout the year.
    Workplace fundraisers are more than just raising money. They’re an excellent opportunity to share a life-changing mission you support with your colleagues. 
  • It’s a chance to come together and make a difference for CCWTN, as a team.

Donor Advised Fund

Support Catholic Charities of West Tennessee by making a grant from your existing Donor Advised Fund.

What is a Donor Advised Fund and how do I donate through it?

A donor advised fund functions as a philanthropic savings account dedicated to supporting charitable causes of your choosing. By contributing cash, securities, or other assets to a donor advised fund, you typically qualify for an immediate tax deduction. These funds can then be invested to grow tax-free, allowing you the flexibility to suggest grants to a wide range of IRS-recognized public charities. 

Ready to donate? Visit your Donor Advised Fund today! 

Sign into your Donor Advised account to begin your gift to Catholic Charities of West Tennessee. 

Legacy Giving: Wills & Bequests

You can ensure a lasting impact by including Catholic Charities of West Tennessee in your will or living trust, or by allocating a portion of your estate to support their mission.

What is a charitable bequest and how can I include CCWTN in my estate plans?

In estate planning, you have the option to name a beneficiary in your will who will inherit a portion of your assets. This type of planned giving is commonly known as a bequest. Charitable bequests are designated to a certain charitable organization, such as Catholic Charities of West Tennessee. These bequests can include cash, securities, or other property you may leave as part of your estate.  
 
Your decision to name Catholic Charities of West Tennessee as a beneficiary can have a profound impact on our community for years to come. You can obtain beneficiary forms from the institutions where your accounts are held, and they will ensure that your assets reach the beneficiaries you name. We are deeply appreciative of your consideration to name Catholic Charities of West Tennessee as a beneficiary of your investment accounts, bank accounts, Donor Advised Funds, life insurance policy, and retirement assets including IRA’s, 401(k)s and 403(b)s, Roth IRAs, and other pension plans.