Due to unexpected construction delays, Mothers Helping Mothers will be closed Thursday evening and Friday for donations and client appointments. If you had an appointment scheduled, please check your text messages and email for important updates and rescheduling information.

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North Sarasota
Donation Location & Hours

Where: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34243
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and the 1st Saturday of the month 8:30am - 1pm. Closed all major holidays.
*Do not leave donations outside the purple gate. Drive straight through to the back at our donation drop-off door during donation hours listed. 

South Sarasota
Donation Location & Hours

Where: Suncoast Community Church, 8000 Hawkins Rd., Sarasota, FL. Drop off in the main office of the church (white house on the road)
When: Monday-Thursday 8am - 4pm

General Inquiries

Community Engagement

Partner Interest Form

Donations

  • Visit our Donation Page for more information on donation hours and items.
Host a Donation Drive

Interested in Volunteering?

Group Volunteer Interest Form
Individual Volunteer Interest Form

Client Appointments/Questions

CLIENT INFORMATION FORM

Schedule a Tour

Please note: These tours are not for current or prospective MHM clients and are not appointments to receive services or shop in the Free Store.

Current and Prospective Donors and Social Clubs - VIP Sip and Stroll Tour

Are you interested in supporting Mothers Helping Mothers or learning more about our mission and impact? We welcome individuals, businesses, foundations, civic organizations, and social clubs to tour our facility on this 45 min VIP tour. Tours are held on the first Wednesday of each month from 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Schedule a Donor or Social Club Tour

Community Partner Agencies and Social-Service Professionals - VIP Sip and Stroll Tour

These tours are intended for organizations and professionals interested in learning more about our services and potential collaborations. Tours are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Schedule a Community Partner Tour

Are you looking for assistance from MHM? Please do not use the tour links above. Visit our Get Help page to review eligibility, learn about available services, and schedule a client appointment.

24/7 Local Resources

  • Text "RESOURCES" 24/7 to 941-953-7572

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EVENT DETAILS

We are paused for store donations until Friday, Feb. 27th due to construction.

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*You do NOT need an appointment to request assistance for resources, referrals, or emergencies. Click the Assistance Request link to reach us for those issues.

Quick Rules for Shopping Appointments

You will be able to book your appointment after you’ve scrolled down.

Who Can Be a Client

  • Must live in Sarasota or Manatee County

  • Have custody of children under 18 or be pregnant (must bring proof of children/pregnancy at your first visit only)

  • Pregnant? Shopping for baby items starts 60 days before due date only

  • Bring ID/passport to each appointment

About Your Visit

  • Appointment required (no walk-ins)

  • Shop once every 4 months

  • Only you, spouse, and registered children may shop (no guests)

  • 40 minutes per visit to shop

  • Item limits apply — shop for your family only

  • Free childcare is provided on most days

Baby Items – New Baby Items are only provided 60 days before delivery date!

  • New Clients book an appointment and shop can shop within 60 days of delivery. 

  • Returning Clients – If you’re within 60 days of your due date, and it’s not time to return, you can book an appointment for just ‘Baby Only Items’. If it’s been 4+ months since your last visit, just schedule a regular appointment to shop the whole store plus get your baby items.

  •  The special Baby Only Items appointment won’t affect regular clients scheduled return date.  

Appointments & Cancellations

  • Returning too early? Your appointment will be canceled & you will need to reschedule

  • Times available every 15 minutes – Book only one slot on your desired day

  • Enter name exactly as it is on your ID + correct email/phone

  • No Show Policy: 1 free miss. After that, a missed appointment will be counted as a visit and you won’t be able to return for 4 more months.

  • Click here to cancel or reschedule your existing appointment.  

👇 Click below to book your appointment once you’ve read the full policy.

I have read the MHM policies above and am ready to book my Shopping Appointment.

Text "RESOURCES" to 941-953-7572 to connect with community resources in Sarasota & Manatee counties