Every day A Wider Circle provides beds, dressers, and other basic need items to individuals and families moving out of shelters, escaping domestic violence, or otherwise living without life's most basic necessities. We also distribute healthy, non-perishable food, new cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene items.

In an effort to bring hope home to these families, we aim to provide EVERY person who leaves our warehouse with bags of healthy basics. We know the there are enough resources in our region to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed and every adult the chance to live well. Part of living well means providing the families we serve with nutritious food that we would be proud to serve our own families.

"Healthy Basics" include natural foods with low sugar and sodium content and a wide range of personal care items and cleaning supplies. The following is a brief overview:

Whole grain cereals, pastas, and crackers
Pasta sauce
Brown rice
Dried beans, peas, fruits, or nuts (low salt)
100% fruit juice or preserves
Low sodium vegetables or vegetable soups
Fruit and vegetable baby foods
Shelf stable soy, rice, or almond milk
Decaffeinated (herbal) teas
Low sugar oatmeal or applesauce
Peanut butter
Bottled water
Toilet paper
Soap and Shampoo
Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
Deodorant
Sponges
Air fresheners
Paper towels
Napkin
Dish Soap
Baby items - to include diapers, wipes, and much more!

We welcome donations seven days/week. Our Center is located at 9159-C Brookville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Drop-off hours are Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m.- 6 p.m.