Most refugees arrive to Oregon with few possessions, and you can help them rebuild their lives by building a Welcome Kit. Choose a category below, place the items in a clear plastic tub that can close, and label the top of the container with the Kit name.

Please purchase new items and do not tape the tub closed. We also encourage you to include a handwritten, unsealed Welcome Note.

Gift cards to Fred Meyer, Target, and Winco are always appreciated as well. When your kit is ready, please email us to coordinate drop-off or pickup.

Thank you for being a friend of refugees!

Welcome Kit

  • Tea kettle and tea

  • Calendar

  • Scented jar candle with lighter

  • Blanket

  • "Welcome" doormat

  • Notebook and pens

  • Chocolate

  • Umbrella

  • Soccer ball

    * If an item doesn't fit in the tub, please tape it to the top of the kit.

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

  • Tissues (2)

  • Paper towels (2)

If an item doesn't fit in the tub, please tape it to the top of the kit.

Bedding Kit

  • Choose twin/queen. Include on kit label.

  • Comforter

  • Sheets and pillow cases

  • Pillow (1 for twin, 2 for queen)

Kitchen Kit 1

  • Dishes

  • (plates and bowls for 6-8)

  • Cups/glasses (6-8)

  • Mugs (6-8)

  • Silverware

  • (forks, knives, spoons for 6-8)

  • Silverware tray/holder for drawer

  • Dish towels (2)

  • Potholders (2)

  • Paper towels and holder

  • Hand soap

  • Trash can (11-13 gallons) *

  • Garbage bags

Bathroom Kit•

  • Bath towels (6)

  • Hand towels (4)

  • Washcloths (6-8)

  • Water-resistant shower curtain with rings

  • Floor bathmat

  • Hand soap

  • Rolls of toilet paper (4)

  • Small waste basket

Baby Kit: Choose any size. Include on kit label.

  • Diapers

  • Baby wipes

  • Small baby items (onesies, rattle, etc.)

Kitchen Kit 2

  • Mixing bowls (2-3)

  • Plastic Tupperware or storage containers

  • Frying pan

  • Large pot with lid, small pot with lid

  • Baking dish (glass or ceramic)

  • Cutting board

  • Large carving knife, smaller paring knife

  • Spatula

  • Can opener

Personal Care Kit

  • Toothbrushes (4-6)

  • Toothpaste (2)

  • Shampoo (2)

  • Conditioner (2)

  • Deodorant

  • (2 men's, 2 women's)

  • o- Bars of soap (3)

  • Razors (4)

  • Shaving cream (2)

  • Nail clippers and file

  • Eyebrow tweezers

  • Feminine hygiene pads (No tampons please)

  • Rolls of toilet paper (4)