Kit Menu

Sometimes a community group, church, or business would like to help our domestic violence and sexual abuse families with a donation drive to make gift baskets or kits. These are very welcomed, especially when establishing a new household, or for holidays like Mother's Day or Christmas. We give you some ideas below for the most helpful and needed types of kits and what they might include.

While this is a suggested item menu, please make sure that kits are consistent and all items are full sized and new/unopened.

Alternatively, gift cards and cash are always welcome and accepted! It is so rewarding for clients to be able to choose the type and style of items that they receive.

As always, cash donations allow for the most customized assistance for clients. Click here to go to our secure donation page. For a list of how your donation dollars benefit a client, see “DONATION DOLLARS COUNT”.

NAME OF KIT	CONTAINER	WHAT TO INCLUDE
Welcome Home Essentials (Family of 4 typical) Provided to clients who are transitioning into a new home.	Laundry basket (Example)	Dinnerware for 6 Silverware Serving utensils Drinking glasses Coffee cups Pots and pans Bake ware Tupperware Paper Towels Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
The Linen Closet Provided to clients who are transitioning into a new home.	Plastic Tote (Example)	Kitchen towels Bath Towels (hand towels and bathing towels) Standard size pillows Gift cards for bedding, sheets, etc. (Walmart/Target)
Clean as a Whistle Provided to clients who are transitioning into a new home.	Cleaning caddy (Example) Or Garbage bin (Example)	Laundry detergent Dish soap Comet Bleach Windex All-purpose cleaner (Lysol or Fabuloso) Rag towels Paper towels Sponges Broom/Dustpan Spin mop (Example) or other mop Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Bed-in-a-Box Provided to clients transitioning into new home to have a place to sleep.	In box, brand new.	Mattress in box: Twin (Example) Full (Example) -and- Simple bed frame (Example) -or- Gift card to purchase both mattress and frame of choice.
Go-Bag Provided to clients who are considering exiting an abusive relationship and/or facing natural disaster or homelessness.	Small/medium duffle bags (Example)	Toothbrush Toothpaste Hairbrush Small shampoo & conditioner Soap Face wipes Lotion Feminine pads Undies (M/L) Leggings (M/L) T-shirt (L) Bath towel Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Hygiene Kits Provided to clients when they enter the shelter and/or upon exit from the shelter and transition to new home.	Tote bag (Example) or backpack (Example)	Full sized: Shampoo Conditioner Body wash (liquid) Toothbrush Toothpaste Deodorant Sanitary pads Loofas/body brushes/scrubs Brushes/combs Flip flops Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Youth Hygiene Kits Provided to children when they enter the shelter and/or upon exit from shelter and transition to a new home.	Water-proof case (Example)	Tear free shampoo Children’s body wash Children’s toothpaste Children’s toothbrush Children’s wash mitt/cloth Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Technology Bundle Provided to clients for various needs: i.e. to enable school functionality, access to court documents, courtroom appearances, etc.	Protective case (Example)	Tablets + earbuds/mic Chromebooks + earbuds/mic Laptops + earbuds/mic Phone (Example) + Starter Plan (Example) Internet starter plan - Hotspot (Example) - 60 Day plan (Example) Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Small Appliances Almost every client transitioning into a new home would love to have new appliances.	In box, brand new.	Blender (most desired) Toaster Toaster Oven Microwave Hand mixer Crockpot/Instant Pot Vacuum cleaner Gift cards (Walmart/Target)
Collapsible Travel Bags Provided to clients who enter hotels with nothing to hold their belongings – restores dignity. Foldability helps us with storage.	New	Duffle bag (Example) Suitcase (Example) Backpack (Example)
The Birthday Store Kids in our support groups and shelter love being able to “go shopping” on their birthday in our little birthday gift store (a.k.a. closet).	New	Toys for ages 5-12 Gift Certificates (ie movies, Scandia) for older kids.
Gift Cards and Cash Given to clients for various needs: gas, food, basic needs.		Click here to go to our secure donation page.

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