The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) Staff Council is hosting a holiday donation drive, Dec. 12 - 16, to benefit the Houston Area Women's Center, a non-profit that helps individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence in their efforts to move their lives forward.

The following is a list of items needed:

• T-shirts (all sizes/solid colors)
• Diapers (sizes 3-6)
• Jogging/yoga pants (all sizes)
• Baby items (wipes, ointment, powder)
• Socks, bras, and underwear (all sizes)
• Hair products (including combs and brushes)
• Toddler clothing (2T-5) in season
• Makeup, nail polish, and cosmetic bags
• Umbrellas
• Feminine products
• Family-sized toiletries (toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorant, razors, shampoo and conditioner)

Staff Council requests that all items submitted are new — no used items will be accepted. If you cannot decide what to give, gifts cards in $20 increments are acceptable. Wal-Mart, Target, Burger King, and McDonald's are acceptable gift card options. These donation can be given to Debora Evans, staff council member and manager of shipping and receiving and mailroom.

Drop-off location are as follows:

• Mailroom - N101
• Library - Fifth floor, front desk
• Admission - GSB308
• Computer Lab - S800
• College of Public Service Advising Office - B400
• Student Life Center - Gym
• Staff Council Bulletin Board - Third floor, OMB

For more info contact Evans at 713-223-7790.