SOUTH BEND, Ind. - St. Margaret's House, a nonprofit organization in downtown South Bend, is asking for donations for its Christmas Shoppe.

The shop, which opens December 20, lets guests choose gifts for themselves and loved ones this holiday season.

The organization is most in need of the following items:

• Pots and pans
• Small kitchen appliances
• Mini space heaters
• Electric blankets
• Purses
• Robes

Gifts can also be selected from St. Margaret's Amazon Wish List, located on the nonprofit's website.

Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.