DONATE ITEMS
Give Your Baby Items a Second Life
Every can of formula, stroller, and diaper you share helps another mom care for her baby. From one mama to another — your donation makes a difference that’s felt across our community.
OUR ADDRESS
10908 McBride Lane
Knoxville, TN 37932
DONATION HOURS:
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM -2:00 PM
Questions? See list of accepted items below.
HOW TO DONATE
It’s simple to make an impact — and every step connects you to a growing network of families helping one another.
Gather your new or gently used baby items.
Check what we can accept below.
Drop off your donation at our warehouse
When you donate, you’re joining thousands of families around East Tennessee who choose to give their items new purpose — helping another mom take care of her little one.
Our Donation Guide
We’re proud to give baby essentials a second life. To keep babies safe and ensure quality, please review our guidelines before donating.
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Baby Bath
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Baby Proofing Items
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Bassinets
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Bibs
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Blankets
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Books (Not torn)
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Bouncy Seat
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Carrier/Slings
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Changing Pad
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Clothes Newborn to 16 (Not torn or stained)
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Crib no older than 10 years (Must have all pieces)
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Diaper Bags
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Diapers all sizes – can be open packs
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Educational Toys
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High Chair (Please clean before you bring it)
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Hygiene Items (Unopened)
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Maternity Clothes
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New Bottles
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New Breast Pump
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New Car Seats Only
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New Feeding Supplies
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New Formula (Unopened, no recall & doesn’t expire within 3 mths)
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New Pacifiers
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New Pads – Can be opened if in wrapping
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New Postpartum items
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New Tampons
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Pack-n-play
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Portable Swing
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Pull ups: All Sizes
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Strollers
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Towels
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Wash Cloths
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Wipes
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Monogrammed Clothes
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Outside Toys
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Potty Seat Used
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Play structures
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Race tracks
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Ride on toys
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Robes
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Slippers
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Socks Used
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Sports equipment or uniforms
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Stained/Ripped Items
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Stuffed Animals -Used
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Summer Hats
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Bassinet Sheets
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Bathing Suits
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Belts/Suspenders
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Boppy Pillow
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Bottle Drying Racks
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Cribs older than 10 years
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Diaper Genie
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Floats
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Hair Accessories
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Hangers
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Items from smoking home
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Jumpers
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Maternity Pillows
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Maternity Clothes
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Strollers
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Blankets
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Pack and Plays
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Portable Swings
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Books
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Towels
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Wash Cloths
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Diaper Bags
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Bouncy seats
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Clothes NB -16
**Items must have been purchase within the last 5 years**
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Breast Pumps
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Bottles
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Car Seats
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Feeding Supplies
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Formula (Unopened, not recalled & will not expire within 3 months of donation date
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Pacifiers
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Socks
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Underwear
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Wipes
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Other Ways to Give
HOST A DRIVE
Organize a diaper, wipe, or baby essentials drive with your group, school, or workplace. It’s a powerful way to come together and make a direct impact.
Interested? Contact Eva Cooke at tess@helpingmamas.org
CREATE KITS
Build age-appropriate kits for children — from newborn care bundles to hygiene sets. Perfect for families, teams, or youth service projects.
Every Donation Tells a Story
Last year, Helping Mamas distributed over 790,000 to families in need. Every diaper, stroller, and bottle represented a moment of comfort and dignity shared from one family to another.
This impact is built by a community of care — hundreds of families across East Tennessee who choose to give purpose back through their generosity.
“There are so many success stories! Just this week we had a sweet mom reach out to ask if we had a car seat, she was getting ready to be induced and she knew that she would not be able to leave the hospital without it. We were able to not only get a car seat but loads of baby goodies for this mom. She literally stopped by our office on the way to the hospital to pick up the car seat. She was so appreciative. Thank you for all that you do and your partnership!”