Drop off donations
We are 100% volunteer-run, and without the support of the community and businesses like you, we simply couldn’t do the work we do. If you're keen to support our mission to give rescue animals loving and caring homes, you can donate items we need to keep helping more animals!
See below items needed for our rescue animals

Donations needed for dogs
- Dog beds
- Dog food (especially dry)
- Crates
- Airline carriers
- Food and water bowls
- Puppy pads
- Toys and enrichment items
- Collars and leads
- Treats and training treats
- Play pens and baby gates

Donations needed for cats
- Towels
- Cat food wet and dry
- Cat beds (especially flat one)
- Small blankets
- Litter (not crystal)
- Toys
- Litter boxes
- Cat bowls

Donations needed for farm
- Oaten hay
- Rabbit and guinea pig pellets (Science Select, Oxbow, Origin)
- Small animal toys and treats
- Blankets
- Towels
- Collars

Donations we don't accept
- Sheets, fitted or flat
- Doonas and doona covers
- Pillows and pillow cases
- Food that needs refrigeration
- Bone dog treats
- Dirty or torn beds
- Rugs
Donation items can be dropped off (by appointment) at the Strong Hearts Adoption Centre at 66-68 Jolimont St, East Melbourne.
Please get in touch via cats@strongheartssanctuary.org to arrange a suitable time.
Have something you'd like to donate that isn't on a list? Email us and ask if we'd accept it!
Your support means everything to us and animals in need.