Newborns in Need
Indianapolis Chapter

President Jo St John
1876 Irish Lake Lane
Indianapolis, IN 46239
317-899-1193
indianapolis@newbornsinneed.org

We accept most anything that can be used by a preemie or full term newborn baby, EXCEPT cribs, car seats, swings, high chairs or anything else that's large. Unfortunately, we simply do not have the room to store large items.  If you're thinking of donating something not on this list and want to know if we can accept that item, just ask!

For bereavement needs, please visit the Special Needs page

For Pregnancy Centers, newborn to 12-month size clothing primarily, some ‘sibling’ sized clothing is provided as well.

NOTE: All items must be new OR stain-free gently used

• sleepers, gowns
• onesies, t-shirts
• socks, booties, crib shoes (NEW ONLY)
• booties
• outfits - rompers, dresses, etc
• sweaters
• hats
• coats, snowsuits
• Burp cloths, bibs
• Blankets (all types) 30” x 30” to crib size
• crib or bassinet sheets
• Head rests
• Diapers - cloth or disposable
• Diaper wipes
• shampoo, soap
• brush/combs sets
• nail clippers
• Wash cloths and towels
• Diaper bags, small or large
• UNOPENED formula and baby food
• NEW Bottles
• NEW pacifiers
• Pacifier holders
• New, small toys like rattles or beanie baby size stuffed animals

For NICUs, babies from 1 pound to full term

• New sleepers, gowns
• Hats
• Socks or booties (used by some hospitals)
• Mittens (used by a few hospitals)
• Burp cloths
• Blankets (all types)
• Positioning aids - cuddlers, snakes, etc

For NURSERIES, babies are full term and generally weigh between 6 and 9 pounds

• New sleepers, gowns
• Clothing - rompers, dresses, etc
• Onesies
• Hats
• Socks or booties (used by some hospitals)
• Mittens (used by a few hospitals)
• Burp cloths
• Blankets (all types) 30” x 30” to crib size
• Diaper bags
• Small NEW toys

Note, for some hospitals, complete layettes are provided in a 2 gallon zip lock bag that include a blanket, a receiving blanket, a sleeper, a onesie, a pair of socks or booties, a hat, 1 or 2 burp cloths. These are provided to babies when they are discharged from the nursery.

Volunteer supplies

• Fabric - flannel, cottons, robe velour, fleece -- in pastel colors or white or baby prints
• Thread - pastel colors or white
• Lace or eyelet or other trims
• Bias binding
• Velcro or hook and loop tape
• Batting
• Stuffing
• Yarn in pastel colors or white
• 1 and 2 Gallon size zip lock plastic bags

Monetary donations are used to purchase volunteer supplies, baby items that are needed but not donated, or administrative supplies.

• Cash - please make checks payable to NEWBORNS IN NEED
• Giftcards to Walmart, Meijer and JoAnn's are always appreciated!