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Ways to Help

Haywood Pathways Center is a beacon of hope in times of darkness, offering love and compassion to those who are experiencing homelessness. But we are not alone; we are fueled by the generosity and kindness of our volunteers, donors, and supporters who believe in our mission to make a difference in the lives of others. Together, we are building a brighter future, one step at a time.

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Online Giving

There are many different ways to help. We always appreciate contributions toward the operating expenses and/or specific programs of Haywood Pathways Center. You can make one time or monthly contributions by mail or online through your church or organization, and/or in response to periodic mail/email appeals. We hope you will also attend events and fundraisers throughout the year to support us in our efforts.

Many of our guests come to us with only the clothing on their backs. Your donations of toiletries, clothing, and laundry detergent, for example, restore dignity and boost self-esteem. Visit our Needs List page for other items that are always welcome and accepted to meet basic needs. There you will also find a link to our Amazon wish list if you prefer to directly ship donations to Pathways.

Paypal

Via Paypal, you are able to make a secure, one-time, or recurring contribution with your debit or credit card, or your Paypal account.



Check or Cash

Place a check or cash in the mail, or deliver in person, to:

Haywood Pathways Center 179 Hemlock Street Waynesville, NC 28786

Venmo

Via Venmo, you are able to make a secure, one-time contribution with your debit or credit card, checking/savings account, or your Venmo account (@HaywoodPathways)

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Tax Acknowledgement

At Haywood Pathways Center we appreciate your generous and faithful support and are grateful that you want us to be as good a steward of your gifts as possible. As a result, and in response to your input, please note that we will send an acknowledgment of your donation(s) once per year. This will occur after the close of the calendar year on December 31st and reach you by January 31st. If you have any questions, please call or email Mandy at 828-246-0332 or mandy@haywoodpathways.org. Thank you for your generous support.

Donor-Advised Funds

You can make a donation through a donor-advised fund. Contact your fund administrator for details.

QCD from an IRA

Did you know that if you are age 70 ½ or above you can make a donation to Haywood Pathways Center directly from your IRA? 

Such gifts are known as Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) and allow you to potentially realize a tax savings while making a charitable gift to Pathways. 

This program allows you to have your IRA manager contribute directly from your IRA to Pathways thus meaning the gift does not count as part of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) for that year. For more information check with your IRA administrator or contact Mandy at 828-246-0332 or mandy@haywoodpathways.org.

Gifts of Securities

Consider gifting appreciated securities, such as stocks. Your gift of appreciated securities can provide you with significant tax and financial benefits, such as bypassing capital gains taxes and providing a valuable income tax deduction. If you are interested in this option:

– Decide which stock and the number of shares you wish to transfer to Haywood Pathways Center.
– Provide written instructions to your broker to deliver those shares to the account that has been established for Haywood Pathways Center
– Copy your letter of instruction to Mandy at mandy@haywoodpathways.org.

For more detailed information please contact your broker or Haywood Pathways Center at 828-246-0332

Please remember Haywood Pathways Center in your Estate Planning.

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179 Hemlock Street
Waynesville NC 28786

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Guest needs

  • Backpacks
  • Shaving Cream/shavers
  • Full Size Shampoo
  • Lotion
  • Body Wash
  • Underwear for men or women (new)
  • Bras
  • Ear Buds/headphones
  • Sleep Masks
  • Ear Plugs

Office supplies

  • Copy paper
  • First class stamps
  • Legal pads

Kitchen Supplies

  • Sugar
  • Gallon tea bags
  • Powdered Creamer
  • #10 cans of vegetables
  • Tea Bags (Sweet Tea)
  • Cooking oil
  • Butter
  • Disposable gloves
  • 30 gal black trash bags
  • Tall kitchen bags
  • Ziplock bags (sandwich & gallon)
  • Brown paper lunch bags
  • Aluminum foil
  • Plastic wrap
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Bleach

Dorm needs

  • Pillow Cases (white only)
  • Twin Sheets (white only)
  • Pillows (regular size)
  • Laundry bags
  • Laundry detergent (powder)
  • Vinyl Pillow Protectors
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • Facial Tissues

Click the button below to be redirected to our dedicated volunteer website.

Volunteers are the backbone of every organization. Haywood Pathways has opportunities for volunteers on a regular basis or for special projects throughout the year. If you are interested in being a part of the work of transforming lives at Haywood Pathways Center, please check out volunteer opportunities and create a user profile on our dedicated volunteer website found HERE or reach out to Julie at volunteer@haywoodpathways.org

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