The United Way Annual Shoebox Project

Shoebox Project

HELPING THOSE IN NEED

Our Annual Shoebox Project is an effort to provide shoeboxes filled with everyday toiletries to be distributed to many of our nonprofit partners.

Basic comforts such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and other personal-care items are a luxury for many San Antonio children, veterans, elderly, homeless and vulnerable populations. Change a life today by participating in the Shoebox Project.

Our 2022 Project was a tremendous success with over 7,000 shoeboxes full of everyday toiletries delivered to people in need.

The campaign ran from March 1 to April 29, 2022, and had the following:

More than 350 volunteers
51 local agencies signed up to distribute boxes to their clients
Over 7,000 total shoeboxes were given out
A total monetary value of $175,000 in everyday essentials was distributed

DONATE SUPPLIES

Text "ShoeboxUWSA" to 41444 to donate

United Way is seeking donations of everyday essentials to provide to those in need. Donate as an individual or host a supply drive with friends, family or your workplace or community group.

ITEMS NEEDED

Adhesive bandages, baby wipes, conditioner, deodorant, hair comb/brush, hand sanitizer, lotion, shampoo, sanitary napkins/liners, soap/body wash, tampons, toothbrush, toothpaste.

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED

Food, medicine, mouthwash, razors, sewing kits and used or opened items.

DROP-OFF LOCATIONS

Drop-Off dates: April 4 – May 26, 2023

United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County

700 S. Alamo St.
San Antonio Food Bank

5200 Historic Old Hwy 90

Volunteer

Saturday, May 6
Wednesday, May 10
Saturday, May 20
Wednesday, May 24
Saturday, May 27
Wednesday, May 31

BECOME A SHOEBOX PROJECT SPONSOR

To become a sponsor, please complete the sponsorship commitment form HERE. For more information, please email shoebox@unitedwaysatx.org.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

$15,000 – Title Sponsor

Shoebox Project “powered by” your company, logo recognition on agency homepage, project website, social media and advertisements. Supports 750 people in need.