Support

We are often asked if we take donations of various items. The answer to that question is, “YES!” 

Here’s a list of the items we always need: 

• Diapers
  (Especially larger sizes and pull-ups, OK if not a complete package)
• Wipes
• Formula (all types, no expired food, please)
• Receiving blankets
• Hygiene items
• Safety items (outlet/doorknob covers, drawer latches)
• Car seats (new only, please)
• Baby gates (new only, please)
• Funds for any of the above items

In addition to these items, we are always in need of people who can pledge to send us a monthly gift that we can put toward our expenses. We call these wonderful people Bambinos Supporters, Sustainers, Builders, and Dreamers. A pledge for as little as $5 per month can still make a big difference.​

Our hope is to use money raised to directly bless our community by funneling it right back into car seats, diapers, wipes, etc. This means that we still need monthly supporters to help us pay for our rent and utilities. Did you know it costs over $2300 per month just to keep our doors open? Are you able to help us? If so, please select the Donate button on the right. You can make a one-time donation or set up a recurring monthly debit.

Thank you so much for supporting Bambinos!

How is Bambinos funded?

Bambinos’ operations cost in 2024 was roughly $85,000. It’s pretty amazing when you consider how many families we reach. We depend entirely on private grants & donations. Your generosity makes all the difference! During the past year, we have received monetary and in-kind donations from the following:
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Monthly Donors

• Supporters – monthly gifts of $49 or less

• Sustainers – monthly gifts of $50 – $99

• Builders – monthly gifts of $100 – $149

• Dreamers – monthly gifts of $150 or more

Grants

• Dallas Community Foundation

• The Ford Family Foundation

• Oregon Community Foundation

• Salem Health

• Spirit Mountain Community Fund

• Willamette Health Council

One-Time, Ongoing and In-Kind Donors

• Altar Media

• Clayton Homes

• Community Life Church

• Cultivate Church

• Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce

• Dallas Downtown Association

• Dallas Quilters & More

• Dallas Food Bank

• Dallas Foursquare Church

• Durando Cupcakes

• El Pique

• The Garage – David Mohr

• The Gate Youth Association

• Grace Community Church

• Harvest Crossfit

• Home Smart – Sarah Owre

• Jackson M. Basey Construction

• JBS Custom Prints

• Karma Coffee

• The Kershner Family

• Main Street Emporium

• Main Street Plaza

• Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce

• Myerz Media

• Oregon State Credit Union

• Sable House

• Salem Health Diaper Depot

• The Sippery

• The Thoughts & Gifts Project

• Toys for Tots

• Walmart – Dallas

• Western Interlock

• Ongoing diaper and monetary donations from local community members.

​How would you like to be involved this year? Call Glenda Dunaway at 503-999-6679 and discuss the possibilities!
We’re always looking for individuals with skills and interests that serve our mission.

What has Bambinos done in the past year?

From January 1 – December 31, 2024, we served 444 children and their families.  

We provided these families with:

• 1,416 packs of diapers

• 1,291 packs of wipes

• 219 cans of formula

• 46 new baby gift baskets

• 413 pieces of used baby equipment

• 91 cars seats (including 8 boosters)

• 89 other safety items

• 320 toys

• Nearly 2,700 hours of volunteer service 

In addition to this we were able to host the following:

• First ever Donor Dessert

• First ever Mother’s Day Appreciation event (paired up with our Spring Swap & Shop & Car Seat Clinic) where we were able to give 178 items to bless over 100 moms!

• Fall Swap & Shop & Car Seat Clinic where we were able to give 263 baby items & equipment than even what was listed above to

• Oil Change Clinic in partnership with with David Mohr and “The Garage” to give 14 oil changes away

• Live Nativity and Petting Zoo at Christmas Town

• Annual Client Christmas Party where we were able to give gifts for 99 children!