In-Kind Donation Wishlist

Maryland Fossil Finders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making outdoor science education accessible to everyone. Below is a list of the items we currently need, organized by category and priority.


Adaptive Equipment (High Priority)

  • Motorized or all-terrain beach wheelchair
  • All-terrain beach walker
  • Portable accessibility beach mats
  • Sifting poles
  • Visual communication boards
  • Noise-reducing headphones

Participant Gear & Comfort (Medium Priority)

  • Water shoes (all sizes)
  • Hip waders (all sizes)
  • Wide-brim hats / caps
  • Reusable water bottles
  • Ponchos or rain jackets
  • Sunscreen and bug spray
  • Mesh Bags
  • Towels
  • Hand sanitizer and wipes
  • First aid kits
  • Trash Bags

Transportation Support (High Priority)

  • Chartered boats, buses or vans
  • Gas cards for volunteers
  • Gas cards for participant transportation

Snacks & Hydration Supplies (Medium Priority)

  • Granola bars
  • Nut-free snacks
  • Juice boxes
  • Electrolyte packets
  • Water jugs and disposable cups
  • Cooler bags

Educational Materials (Medium Priority)

  • Laminated fossil ID cards
  • Posters and displays
  • Clipboards and pens
  • Magnifying lenses
  • Buckets and sifters

Volunteer Support (Low Priority)

  • Volunteer T-shirts
  • Water bottles or thank-you gifts
  • Stipends or gas cards
  • Clip-on name badges

Admin / Operational Needs (Medium Priority)

  • Website hosting
  • Accounting software
  • Business insurance
  • Marketing materials

Professional Services or Consulting (Medium Priority)

  • Grant writing
  • Accounting
  • Legal services
  • Video production
  • Photography
  • Graphic design
  • Marketing or PR support