Commodities and Needs
A secondary part of the HopeWorks program is dedicated to providing the community and those in need with basic commodities and supplies. Numerous agencies within the city of Memphis recommend persons in need to visit HopeWorks every Tuesday, and this is a great opportunity to volunteer your time and resources. Our main area of need is with regard to donating commodity supplies and we are in need of periodical help stocking and replenishing this bank of supplies.
The commodities needed are the following:
- Deodorant

- Shampoo
- Bar Soap
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Lotion
- Hair Spray
- Hair Conditioner
- Feminine Products
- Hair Grease
- Bleach
- Pine-Sol
- Sponges
- Ajax or Comet
- Laundry Detergent
- Dishwashing Liquid
- Paper Towels
- Scouring Pads
- Tylenol
- Ibuprofen
- Rubbing Alcohol
- Petroleum Jelly
- Diapers (all sizes)
- Diaper Wipes
- Crayons
- Loose-Leaf Paper
- Spiral Notebooks
If you are interested in starting a commodities drive at your church or volunteering on Tuesdays, please contact us at volunteer@whyhopeworks.org or by calling 901.272.3700.