Oklahoma City, December 9, 2025
Sisu Youth Services in Oklahoma City is launching a Christmas donation drive to support at-risk and unhoused youth this holiday season. Community members are encouraged to contribute essential items like clothing, pantry foods, and home supplies. By streamlining the donation process, Sisu aims to reduce barriers to giving, allowing individuals to directly address the urgent needs of local youth. This initiative reflects the collective strength of the community in providing aid to vulnerable members during the festive season.
Support Local Youth: Join Sisu’s Christmas Donation Drive
Make a difference this holiday season by contributing to the needs of Oklahoma City’s at-risk youth.
Oklahoma City, OK – As the holiday season approaches, Sisu Youth Services is reaching out to Oklahomans to support their Christmas donation registry aimed at providing essential items to unhoused and at-risk youth. By engaging the community in this initiative, Sisu demonstrates the power of local resilience and cooperative effort to support the vulnerable members of our community. Individuals have the ability to contribute directly, fostering a spirit of generosity and compassion tailored to local needs.
In a time when many may wish to help but feel overwhelmed by the vastness of the issues surrounding homelessness, Sisu’s approach offers an accessible path to making a real impact. Reducing bureaucratic barriers in charitable giving allows for quicker and more efficient responses to urgent needs. Community members can step forward with targeted donations that directly address pressing demands, reinforcing the effectiveness of local engagement.
Donation Needs
Sisu Youth Services has identified several items that are urgently needed to support the youth they serve. These include:
- New men’s and women’s underwear
- In-season clothing and shoes
- New socks
- Laundry detergent
- Cleaning supplies
- Shelf-stable pantry and snack foods
- Powdered drink mixes
- 55-gallon and kitchen-size trash bags
These items are crucial for the daily needs of the youth at Sisu’s shelter and drop-in center.
How to Donate
Community members can contribute in the following ways:
- Amazon Wishlist: Purchase items directly from Sisu’s Amazon Wishlist, which lists the most needed items.
- Meal Train: Sponsor dinner for 40–45 youth at the shelter. Meals can be home-cooked, store-bought, or catered.
- In-Kind Donations: Drop off items at Sisu’s location at 2129 NW 30th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Donations are accepted on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 5–7 pm.
About Sisu Youth Services
Sisu Youth Services is a low-barrier, identity-affirming space in Oklahoma City where unhoused transition-age youth find the shelter and support they need to pursue the life they want. Their mission is to end homelessness and hopelessness among transition-age youth in Oklahoma City. Sisu represents a model of how local organizations can lead the way in addressing critical social issues with compassion and effectiveness.
Contact Information
For more information or to get involved, contact Sisu Youth Services at 405-459-7478 or visit their website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What items are most needed for donation?
Sisu Youth Services urgently needs new men’s and women’s underwear, in-season clothing and shoes, new socks, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, shelf-stable pantry and snack foods, powdered drink mixes, and 55-gallon and kitchen-size trash bags. These items are crucial for the daily needs of the youth at Sisu’s shelter and drop-in center.
How can I donate items to Sisu Youth Services?
You can donate items by purchasing them from Sisu’s Amazon Wishlist, sponsoring a meal for the youth through the Meal Train, or dropping off in-kind donations at Sisu’s location at 2129 NW 30th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Donations are accepted on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 5–7 pm.
What is the mission of Sisu Youth Services?
Sisu Youth Services is dedicated to ending homelessness and hopelessness among transition-age youth in Oklahoma City. They provide shelter and support to unhoused youth, helping them pursue the life they want.
How can I contact Sisu Youth Services for more information?
For more information or to get involved, contact Sisu Youth Services at 405-459-7478 or visit their website.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Donation Needs | New men’s and women’s underwear, in-season clothing and shoes, new socks, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, shelf-stable pantry and snack foods, powdered drink mixes, 55-gallon and kitchen-size trash bags. |
| How to Donate | Purchase items from Sisu’s Amazon Wishlist, sponsor a meal through the Meal Train, or drop off in-kind donations at Sisu’s location on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 5–7 pm. |
| About Sisu Youth Services | A low-barrier, identity-affirming space in Oklahoma City providing shelter and support to unhoused transition-age youth, aiming to end homelessness and hopelessness among youth in the city. |
| Contact Information | For more information or to get involved, contact Sisu Youth Services at 405-459-7478 or visit their website. |
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