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8 people are interested
Refugee Restart Kits
ORGANIZATION: Lutheran Community Services Northwest: Refugee Resettlement Program
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8 people are interested
Most refugees arrive to the United States with next to nothing, but you can help them rebuild their lives by putting together a restart kit. Choose a category below, place the items in a box or plastic tub that can close, and label the top of the container with the restart kit name (do not tape the container closed). We want to honor the refugees coming here, so please purchase new items! You’re also welcome to include a handwritten, unsealed welcome note with your kit.
Kit options:
1) Personal Care Kit
Toothbrushes (4-6) Toothpaste (2) Shampoo (2) Conditioner (2) Deodorant (4) Bars of soap (3) Razors (2) Shaving cream (2) Feminine hygiene pads Rolls of toilet paper (6)
2) Cleaning Kit
Mop and bucket Broom and dustpan Pack of sponges Bottle of all-purpose cleaner spray Toilet brush Dish soap Laundry detergent Light bulbs Paper towels (2) Tissues (2)
3) Welcome Kit
Teapot and tea Washington state calendar Map of WA state Scented jar candle (with matches or lighter) Blanket 'Welcome’ doormat Notebook and pens Chocolate
4) Bathroom Kit
Bath towels and hand towels (4 of each) Washcloths (6-8) Shower curtain with rings Hand soap Rolls of toilet paper (6) Small waste basket Shower curtain and rings
5) Kitchen Kit (1)
Dishes (plates and bowls for 6) Cups/glasses and mugs for 6 Silverware (forks, knives, spoons for 6-8) Silverware try/holder for drawer Dish towels (2) Potholders (2) Paper towels and holder Hand soap Trash can Trash bags
6) Kitchen Kit (2)
Mixing bowls (2-3) Plastic tupperware or storage containers Frying pan Small pot with lid Large pot with lid Baking dishes (glass or ceramic) Cutting board Large carving knife Smaller pairing knife Spatula Can opener
* We are also in need of new bedding including, sheet sets, blankets, and pillows!
More opportunities with Lutheran Community Services Northwest: Refugee Resettlement Program
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Lutheran Community Services Northwest: Refugee Resettlement Program
Location:
223 N Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98403, US
Mission Statement
Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families, and communities for health, justice and hope.
Description
Agency: Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) is a non-profit human services agency serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Our caring staff provides a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools, businesses, congregations, neighborhoods and communities. We are privileged to touch the lives of people of all ages, cultures and faiths.
Refugee Resettlement Program: Refugees are people who have fled their country of origin because they are persecuted for being of a particular race, religion, nationality, political opinion or social group (1951 Refugee Convention). Refugees have faced and survived immense hardship, often demonstrating remarkable resilience. We see that resilience in the lives of those who have resettled in the United States. Families are given an opportunity to start life over in a safe place and begin the process of healing and regaining hope. Multicultural Community Services (MCS), a program of LCSNW, is contracted with the U.S Department of State to help refugees rebuild their homes and their lives. Since 1975, MCS has resettled over 35,000 refugees from all over the world, helping them become self-sufficient and integrated into the culture and community of King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties. Though refugees have lost nearly everything - they rebuild - becoming a vital, contributing force in our diverse communities.
CAUSE AREAS
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223 N Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98403
DATE POSTED
August 9, 2016
SKILLS
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
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