All items must be new, including donations to the boutique & hygiene pantry. Walmart gift cards are used to buy new cribs, strollers, and car seats for clients. Walmart gift cards can be donated in any amount. Every client is given the opportunity to earn and spend their store dollars after taking classes at the Agape location. All items are purchased and donated by people just like you! Items not listed on our wish lists are not needed at this time. Donations are accepted during normal business hours.
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Agape Pregnancy Center has served Des Moines and the surrounding area for over 35 years, offering education and quality services to help our clients make informed decisions.
Current Material Needs
Boutique Items
All items must be new
- Size 4 Diapers (Urgent need!)
- Boy clothing N-4T (All sizes all seasons)
- Girl Clothing N-4T (All sizes all seasons)
- Baby Wipes/lotions/shampoo
- Onesies NB-18 months
- Pacifiers
- Teethers
- Small Toys (Infant to age 2)
- Shoes from Infant to Toddler (0-3T)
- Umbrella Stroller
- Car Seats (new both infant and toddler)
- Swimsuits
- Baby socks
- Hooded towels
- Baby washcloths
- 2 booster high chair
- 2 infant bath tubs
Pantry Items
- Paper towels
- Toilet paper
- Toilet cleaner
- Toilet brushes
- Hand pump soap (no bar soap, please)
- Kitchen disposable scrubber/sponge
- Dawn dish soap
- Multipurpose cleaner
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Shaving cream (male)
- Shavers
Wish List
- 2 – Dyson Vacuums
- 4 – Flash Lights
- 10 Casey’s gift cards- $10 each
- Nitrile size medium gloves- 5 boxes
- Wal-Mart gift cards*
Items can be donated between 8:00AM and 4 PM M-TH. All items must be new. *Walmart gift cards can be donated in any amount. Thank you so much for your support!
For a printable version of our needs list, click here.
Host your own Agape pantry drive! Click here
Give Online
Donations help Agape provide education and support for families in the Des Moines area. Click the button to make a donation today.
DonatePlanned Giving
We appreciate gifts directly to the general fund or through our endowment fund. Endowments are invested and set aside so the original assets can provide ongoing income for years to come.
Get More InformationJoin our Team
At Agape, our most valuable asset is our team, the volunteers who help the women and men who walk through our doors.
Volunteer NowVolunteer your time
We’re always looking for servant-minded people to volunteer at Agape, and are particularly in need of Spanish-speaking volunteers. Please review the opportunities below and click the “I’m interested” button to complete a very brief interest form.
PROPERTY/GROUNDS PROJECTS WORK DAY 2021
Winter- January 23 from 9-3
Spring- April 24 from 9-3
Summer- July 24 from 9-3
Fall- October 23 from 9-3
During these 4 Project work days, we will need 2-3 medium size groups to oversee interior and exterior cleanup projects, routine maintenance, routine groundskeeping needs, or deep cleaning of our two buildings. Whether it be a small group or family volunteer project- either way, we would love for you to get involved!
PATIENT ADVOCATE
Assists with medical support in the clinical building. Each clinic volunteer must have a medical background. Each individual must commit to a standing 4-hour shift on the same day and time between the days of Monday-Thursday.
Currently full
*Be added to our waiting list for volunteering
CLIENT EDUCATOR
Assists clients in setting personal goals and teaching/supporting them in obtaining the education and resources they need in reaching their goals. Each individual must commit to a standing 4-hour shift on the same day and time between the days of Monday-Thursday.
Connect with Agape
Take a Tour
We welcome you to take a tour of our facilities. We’re happy to show you around Agape!
Request a Speaker
We visit churches, small groups, and youth groups to talk about Agape’s mission and services for the community.
Plan a Service Project
Please contact us if you are interested in planning a service project or volunteer event.
Call: 515.255.0243Email Us
Email Leanna
Talk with our Exec. Director
To learn more about Agape or discuss ways to connect with us, request an appointment with our Executive Director, Leanna Simpson.
Love Your Job!
If you love the mission of Agape, then you’ll really love working here. Start a rewarding career with Agape knowing that not every day is easy… but it’s definitely rewarding!
For consideration, please email your resume, 2 letters of recommendation, and your faith story to [email protected]