Wish List

Reducing costs through donations helps ensure we can continue to offer our essential services to women, children and teens impacted by gender-based violence.

What’s the best way to help DASO?

Monetary donations – cash, cheque or e-transfer – help us fund the areas within our operating budget where we need your help the most.

  • All amounts are welcome and eligible for charitable tax receipts. The donor’s name and mailing
    address are needed to process the receipt.
  • Please make cheques payable to: Mailing address:
    Domestic Abuse Services Oxford
    975 James Street
    Woodstock, ON N4S 0A5

You can also donate to us through the secure website Canada Helps.

Wish List items

Our Wish List is updated regularly (so check back often!) and includes giving options for every budget. Whether you make an individual donation, or join together with family members, co-workers or friends, your contribution has the power to change many lives for the better and is most appreciated.

PLEASE NOTE OUR UPDATED PROCEDURES FOR ACCEPTING DONATIONS

We are often single-staffed and may be supporting a person in the office or on the phone. If you require assistance with your donation, please call ahead and make an appointment at 519-539-4811. If we are unable to greet you, please do not forget to sign our Donation Book located inside the first set of doors on the righthand side.

If you’re looking to bring some holiday cheer to the families at DASO, please see our 2023 Holiday Wish List on Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/1GWSJIKUSZ3DI?ref_=wl_share

For year-round shelter needs, please see our standard Wish List on Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/2CGG80AZ3F1MN?ref_=wl_share .

Items you select and purchase on behalf of DASO will be shipped directly to our Woodstock shelter. All purchases – no matter the size or total value – will be appreciated.

Food (must be dated well in advance of the “best by” or “expiry” date) Non-perishables such as:

  • School lunch items e.g.nut free snacks and drinks boxes, cookies, crackers

  • Coffee, Keurig pods

  • Juice, Juice boxes

  • Cereal

  • Cake mixes, pudding

  • Canned tuna and salmon

  • Holiday treats

  • Condiments (ie. Sauces, dips, dressings, etc.)

  • Taco Kits

Gift Certificates

  • Visa / MasterCard

  • Walmart

  • Grocery stores / Pharmacies

  • Giant Tiger

  • Tim Hortons / McDonalds

  • Dollar stores

  • Woodstock bus passes
  • Taxi vouchers

  • Gas Gift Cards

Infant Needs (New)

  • Crib Sheets

  • Crib Blankets

  • Soothers

  • Sippy Cups / Toddler Cups

  • Sound Machines (Sound Spa)

  • Baby Grooming Kits (ie. Nail clippers, hair brushes, droppers, etc.)

  • Receiving Blankets

  • Baby Wipes

  • Wash Cloths

  • Teethers / Chewlery

  • Bottle Warmers

  • Baby Lotion

  • Baby Powder

  • Baby Soap

Shelter Needs

  • Bed Pillows

  • Twin Sheet Sets

  • Towels

  • Cutlery

  • White Vinegar

  • Paper Towel

  • Kleenex

  • Bathroom Tissue

  • Sandwich Bags

  • Pump Hand Soap

  • Garbage / Recycling Bags

  • Dryer Sheets

  • HE Laundry Detergent

  • Twin Duvet / Comforter Set

  • Liquid Dish Soap

  • Lysol / Clorox Wipes

  • Tupperware Containers (Plastic only please)

  • Double/Full Sheet Sets

  • Double/Full Comforter Sets

Toiletries and Clothing (new*)

  • Pajamas (all sizes) for women and children

  • Underwear (all sizes) for women and children

    *Please consider donating good condition used items to Goodwill in Woodstock as they help us help!

  • Bras, Sports Bras (all sizes)

    *Please consider donating good condition used items to Goodwill in Woodstock as they help us help!

  • Lounge Clothing, All Sizes for Women (ie. Leggings, joggers, t-shirts, hoodies, etc.)

  • Body Wash

  • Shampoo / Conditioner

  • Deodorant / Antiperspirant

  • Hand and Body Lotion

  • Face Wipes / Face Cleanser

  • Hair Brushes and Accessories (for women and children)

  • Nail Kits

  • Razors / Shaving Cream

DASO is grateful for the support of our friends and benefactors in the community.