Urgent Needs & Thrift Store Donations

Urgent needs items — baby supplies, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and home essentials — go to our Client Services office at 21 S Melbourne St in Beverly Hills. This is a separate location from the rescue mission (don't go in the gate!). After you turn onto Beverly Hills Blvd from 491/Lecanto Hwy, take the first right onto S Melbourne St. If you're unsure where to go, call 352-527-6500 ext. 1 before you head over to make sure someone is at the office, and we'll make sure you get to the right location.

Client Services Office — Needed Items: Drop-off hours vary. Please call 352-527-6500, ext. 1 before bringing donations to confirm that someone is available to receive them.

The Path Shelter Bargain Store — Thrift Store Donations: Donations may generally be dropped off Monday–Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., while assistance is available. To arrange an alternative drop-off time, call 352-746-9084. Pickup may be available for certain larger items. Please call the thrift store in advance for pricing and availability.

Yes. We accept donated vehicles including cars, motorcycles, golf carts, RVs, and boats. If you have a vehicle to donate, please contact us at 352-527-6500 Ext. 4 and we'll walk you through the process. Your vehicle can make a real difference for someone working toward lasting independence.

Urgent needs are items used directly by clients in our program and generally purchased new: diapers, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and bath or bedding essentials for rooms. These are not items for resale. Furniture, appliances, clothing, and larger goods are general donations that go to our thrift store, The Path Shelter Bargain Store. If you're not sure where to drop off your donation, the item lists and details for each on this page should help. When in doubt, call us at 352-527-6500 ext. 1 for Client Services, or 352-746-9084 for our thrift store.

For most donations, we ask that you drop items off at the appropriate location. For large furniture or appliance donations to our thrift store, contact us at 352-746-9084 to find out if a pickup can be arranged and what items are eligible for pickup. We do our best to accommodate donors whenever we can. Calling ahead always helps us plan!

Yes. The Path of Citrus County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations of goods are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. For non-cash donations, you are responsible for determining the fair market value of the items you give. We recommend keeping a record of what you donated and the date of your drop-off. We're happy to provide a receipt for you to fill out upon request.