Make an impact today
Over half of all homicides in Vermont are related to Intimate Partner Violence. Our passion for supporting survivors comes from a place of compassion, joy, and empowerment.
Every day Steps works with survivors and their families through our shelter, housing, legal and family programs. We proudly provided services to over 1,300 people in 2025.
When you give to Steps you become part of our 50-year legacy of survivor-centered care.
Ensure that services remain available to survivors and their children today .
Donate now or explore our volunteer program!
Our Current Shelter Needs:
Support individuals and families in our 21-unit emergency shelter and housing program with basic needs today.
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Pasta, rice, canned goods, microwave meals (mac and cheese, oatmeal, etc.), bottled/canned drinks
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Sponges, hand soap (liquid), pasta strainers, cutting boards, spoons, forks, toothpaste,
High Priority: fitted twin sized sheets, tide pods, microwave-safe plates and bowls
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Men’s clothing (all sizes) - high priority
Tank tops (all sizes)
T-shirts (L, XL, 2XL)
Long sleeve shirts (XL, 2XL)
Sweaters (XL, 2XL)
Dresses (XL, 2XL)
Dress pants (XL, 2XL)
Formal/business skirts (XL, 2XL)
Shorts/casual skirts (XL, 2XL)
Lounge pants (L, XL, 2XL)
Bras (lightly used/in good condition okay)
Socks/Underwear (new/in the package only) - underwear is high priority
Shoes (women’s sizes up to size 8)
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Diapers - sizes 4 and up and wipes
Snow pants and coats - all sizes
Kids play/everyday shoes - all sizes
High Priority: Teen clothing size 14-16
How You Can Donate to Shelter:
Visit our Amazon or Gift Drive Wishlist to donate and ship items directly to us!
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Arrange local drop off to donate items off of our current needs list! Please see below for drop off instructions:
Please note: We can only accept donations that are unopened/unused. To schedule donation drop off, please contact us or call our hotline between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday at (802) 658-1996.
PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF ITEMS WITHOUT FIRST MAKING AN APPOINTMENT.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Steps is a registered 401(c)(3) nonprofit and our EIN # is 03-0283657
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Steps utilizes federal, state and private funding sources to provide our survivor-centered services. Your donation fills funding gaps and ensures that our programs remain consistent and accessible to all survivors across Chittenden County.
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Yes! Visit our Volunteer page for more information
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Yes, scroll up for a current needs list. This is updated biweekly. If you have questions or would like make a donation of something not on this list, please email steps@stepsvt.org
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Celebrate a loved one – or remember someone you miss – by giving a gift in their honor.
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Yes! Please email jordanc@stepsvt.org for more information on stock and DAF donations.
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Yes! Please email jordanc@stepsvt.org for more info on planned giving.