Donate Items for Incoming VMU Students – Make a Real Difference!

ESN VMU Kaunas invites all VMU students to donate items they no longer need to support incoming exchange and full-time students arriving in August.

This initiative, called “Collection Days,” logically continues the DON@ – Donation Opportunities for Newcomers project, which officially concluded in autumn 2024.

Our main goal is to enhance the integration and living conditions of students with fewer opportunities through mutual support, inclusion, and sustainable development.

Mostapha Alahiane, a Master’s student in Educational Management and active volunteer, shares his thoughts from the farewell party for Erasmus students on May 23:

“One of the highlights of the evening was a special activity linked to the DON@ project. To remind departing students about donating unwanted items in a fun and educational way, we created a simple matching game. Participants had to match Lithuanian words with different kitchen utensils like cups, plates, and spoons. Those who guessed correctly won small prizes, making the activity even more engaging.”

Mostapha added:
“The main goal of the game was to raise awareness about the importance of sharing and reusing. Many Erasmus students leave behind useful items when they finish their exchange. Instead of throwing them away, the DON@ project gives these items a second life by passing them on to new students. Through this game, we wanted to show that even small actions – like donating a pan or a plate – can make a big difference for someone just starting their journey.”

When and where can VMU students bring the items they no longer need?

The timetable for collection days at VMU Dormitory No. 2 (Baltija), Vytauto pr. 71, Kaunas: lobby

May 29, Thursday, 18:30-20:00
June 5, Thursday, 12:00-13:30
June 6, Friday, 12:00-13:30
June 10, Tuesday 18:00-20:00
June 11, Wednesday, 18:00-20:00
June 16, Monday, 18:00-20:00
June 17, Tuesday, 18:00-20:00
June 24, Tuesday, 12:00-13:30
June 25, Wednesday, 12:00-13:30

The timetable for collection days at VMU Dormitory No. 5, Universiteto g. 8, Akademija: lobby

June 3, Tuesday, 15:00 – 17:00
June 7, Saturday, 12:00 – 15:00
June 21, Saturday, 16:00 – 19:00

All VMU students – whether living in dormitories or off-campus – are encouraged to donate items!

If you’re unable to come during the designated hours, you can leave your items with friends and ask them to drop them off at the collection points on your behalf.

Our simple rules:

Bring clean and gently used items.
Bring items in bags according to the selected categories (kitchen stuff, electronics, study materials, leisure time items, household items).
Bring your items to the appointed place and time.

We won’t collect or keep food, medicine, clothes, footwear, or bedding.

BUT: You can bring clothes, footwear, and bedding to the lobby, and we will donate them to Caritas for the homeless! Please use bags!

We accept the following categories of items:

Kitchen stuff: pans, pots, plates, blenders, cups, knives, cutlery, dishes, kettles, dishware, etc.
Electronics: USBs, fans, table lamps, irons, etc.
Items for study and leisure time include umbrellas, backpacks, bags, books, sports equipment, hobby materials for handmade crafts, and stationery such as notebooks, paper, pens, holders, etc.
Household items include cleaning tools such as mops, brooms, and washing powder; storage containers or boxes, buckets, mirrors, and clothes hangers; and decorations such as candles, flashlights, and photo frames.

All donated items will be kept in special storage rooms in the VMU dormitories until the end of August. Before the new semester begins, we will organize a Donation Day and share the items with new students.

Check out the video and photos to see how previous events were held:

The “Sharing is caring” event in January 2025: photos and article

The “Sharing is caring” event in August 2024: photos and article

The “Sharing is caring” event in January 2024: video and article

The “Sharing is caring” event in August 2023: video and article