Items Beyond Our Need

      While inquiring about our list of accepted goods, someone suggested it would be helpful to know the items which are not needed at OGT and are not among goods we receive.

     Much as we are deeply appreciative of material donations brought to us, the following are items not classified as "humanitarian" and thus are not among materials we accept.  

          Anything with an expiration date
          Appliances or kitchenware
          Computers, printers
          Decorative items
          Draperies
          Fabric under 1 yard
          Food
          Furniture – household
          Games needing English language skills
          Holiday decorations
          Household items
          Perfume and make up
          Pillows
          Pharmaceuticals
          Toys with batteries
          Undergarments unless new
          Vacuum cleaners

    Thank you for thinking of Orphan Grain Train–Michigan and your generous offer. We always are reluctant to decline any offer because we know people give from their hearts.  However, the goods listed above are beyond our ordinary limitations which are restricted to what are basic “humanitarian“ goods (clothing, bedding, medical and orthopedic devices such as walkers and wheelchairs, etc.)  Some basic sports equipment and bicycles are considered humanitarian, but many other things are not. 
                       The items listed here must be respectfully declined.