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Current Wish List Needs
We are currently seeking donations of the art supplies listed below. Your generosity helps provide materials for our ongoing programs, workshops, and community arts initiatives, helping us foster creativity in our community.
- Twine
- Shells
- Jewelry
- Craft Wire
- Fishing Line,
- Buttons
- Beads
Make A Donation
Your financial gift is deeply appreciated and helps support arts access in our community. An official charitable tax receipt will be issued for donations over $25.
Art Supplies Donation
We are grateful to accept donations of the following art supplies. Your support helps provide materials for our classes, camps, and community programs, making the arts more accessible to everyone in our community.
Please note that while we accept most items on this list, Semiahmoo Arts Society reserves the right to decline donations that do not meet our current needs or condition requirements. Any items we are unable to accept will be returned to you, and we kindly ask that you take them with you.
Art Supplies
- Paint (Please NO house paint)
- Dyes
- Brushes
- Ink
- Cutting Mats
- Hot glue guns
- Glue
- Art Tools
- Stencils
- Pencils
- Pens
- Markers
- Pastels
- Charcoa
- pencil Sharpeners
Craft Supplies
- Fake Flowers
- Pipe Cleaners
- Googly Eyes
- Bubble Wrap
- Pom-Poms
- Craft Foam
- Beads
- Jewelry
- Magnets
- Seashells
- CDs
- Tissue Paper
Paper
- Copy Paper
- Rolls of Paper
- Art Paper and Pads
- Origami Paper
- Posters
- Construction Paper
- Cardstock
Collage / Scrapbooking / Images
- Stickers
- Rubber Stamps
- Stamp Pads
- Art Journaling Magazine
- Select Art Magazines (please ask for details)
- Maps
Fabrics and Notions
- Fabric yardage only
(1/2 yard and larger, and fat quarters for quilting) - Yarn and Knitting Needles
- Sewing Tools
- Elastic
- Thread
- Buttons
- Cords and Laces
- Embroidery Hoops
- Ribbon
- Fasteners
- Leather
- Felt
Framing / Signage
- Foam Core
- Poster Board
- Mat Board
- Plexiglass
- Silkscreens
- Plexiglass
- Silkscreens
Office Supplies
- Post-its
- Thumbtacks
- Scissors
- Clipboards
- Hole Puncher
- Staples
- Tape Dispensers
- Transparencies
- Sheet Protectors
- Tape
- Notebooks
Containers
- Mason Jars
- Tins (non-holiday)
- Plastic Organizer Boxes
- Rubbermaid Tubs
- Cigar Boxes
- Film Canisters
Metal & Hardware
- Drafting/clip Lamps
- Light Kits
WE DO NOT ACCEPT
- Items that are dirty or significantly damaged
- Food or perishables or items that touched food ie containers, corks, utensils
- Books (unless art/design related)
- Housewares/furniture/appliances/household linens/dishes
- Electrical appliances of any kind
- Broken/incomplete picture frames (missing glass, backing etc)
- Broken glass/ceramics
- Toys, Knick-knacks (figurines, ornaments, baskets)
- House paint
- Toxic or unidentifiable substances
- Magazines (except vintage, National Geographic, and art magazines, please ask)
- Paper towel/toilet paper rolls
- Egg cartons
- Styrofoam
- Fabric scraps under 1/2 metres (no fabric samples, cut up clothing, household linens, or unfinished sewing projects)
- Lightbulbs
How To Donate
STEP 1: Contact Semiahmoo Arts
If you would like to make a donation, please contact us at info@semiahmooarts.com to confirm whether we are currently accepting items. We gratefully accept new or gently used fine art and craft materials.
STEP 2: Organize and Label Supplies
Once you have confirmed that SAS is able to accept your donation, please organize and label your items to help our staff and volunteers sort them efficiently.
Please ensure all donations are clean and in usable condition. Sharp or breakable items should be securely wrapped and clearly labeled.
STEP 3: Schedule a Drop-off Time
Please arrange your drop-off time with the SAS office in advance. When you arrive, we kindly ask that you allow up to 10 minutes for our staff to review and approve your donation.
While we are grateful for all offers of support, SAS reserves the right to decline donations that do not meet our current needs or condition requirements. Any items we are unable to accept will be returned to you, and we kindly ask that you take them with you.
Make a donation
Your gift is deeply appreciated. An official tax deductible Canada Revenue receipt will be issued for donations greater than $25.
Business Sponsorship
Several types of sponsorships are available, from event sponsorship to facility naming opportunities. Contact us to discuss.