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The International Rescue Committee provides opportunities for refugees to thrive in the U.S. Each year, thousands of refugees are invited by the U.S. government to seek safety and freedom. Forced to flee conflict or persecution, many have survived for years against incredible odds. They step off the plane with next to nothing but their dignity, hope, and determination. The following donations help provide families with essentials to start their new lives in the San Jose area.

Arrival basics: These items are needed most upon arrival for refugees. By donating these items will increase the efficiency of distributing goods and help refugee clients save money.

Bedding Basics:
- Sheets & Comforter ( full or twin)
-Pillow & Pillow Case

Dining Basics:
- Dishes & Glasses for 4
-Silverware, 4 sets

Food Basics:
-$25-$100 Safeway gift card

Welcome Kits: Completed kits offer refugees a primary set of necessities upon their arrival. Furthermore, donating a completed kit increases the staff’s efficiency in distributing these goods to newly arrived refugees. Please label and package completed welcome kits in reusable bags or boxes. To learn about drop off dates & times, please email Amanda.Gamban@rescue.org

Kitchen Kit
- 4 place settings of tableware (fork, knife, spoon)
- 4 place setting of dishes ( plates, bowls, cups)
-1 cooking pot
-1 frying pan
-1 baking dish
-1 mixing/serving bowl
-1 set of kitchen utensils
-2 kitchen towels
-1 can opener

Household Kits
- 2 throw blankets
-2 sets of full or twin sheets
-2 pillow and pillowcases
- 2 comforters (twin or full)
- 1 clothing rack and coat hangers
- 2 small stuffed animals
- 1 laundry basket

Bathroom Kit
- 4 washcloths, hand towels, and bath towels*
- 4 rolls of toilet paper*
-1 bottle of shampoo and conditioner*
-2 bars of soap*
- 4 toothbrushes*
-2 tubes of toothpaste*
- 2 sticks of deodorant*
-1 shower curtain + hooks
- 1 first aid kit

Cleaning Kit
- 1 bottle of dish soap*
-1 bottle bathroom/kitchen cleaner*
- 2 sponges*
- 1 large wastebasket and trash bags*
- 1 small wastebasket and trash bags*
- 1 broom and dustpan*
-1 box of laundry detergent*

Items denoted with a * must be new according to United Stated guidelines for refugee resettlement. The IRC will only take items that are in NEW or Like NEW condition. All items will be inspected upon drop and each office retains the right to refuse any item.

For more information or to learn about drop off dates and times, please contact the Volunteer and Donation Coordinator.

Amanda Gamban | Volunteer and Donations Coordinator
Amanda.Gamban@rescue.org
+1 408 277 0255 ext. 210