As LSI welcomes and resettles families from across the globe to Iowa, you can show them how welcome they are in our community by coming together with your neighbors, coworkers, faith community, or book club to make Welcome Kits. Many of our refugee families arrive in Iowa with few possessions or supplies. You can help them as they begin to rebuild new lives here and make a home in Iowa.
PERSONAL CARE KIT
- Toothbrushes (4-6)
- Toothpaste (2)
- Shampoo (2)
- Conditioner (2)
- Men’s deodorant (2)
- Women’s deodorant (2)
- Bars of soap (3) OR body wash (2)Razors (4)
- Shaving cream (2)
- Nail clippers and file
- Tweezers
- Feminine hygiene pads
- (minimum one pack)
- Rolls of toilet paper (minimum 4)
BATHROOM KIT
- Bath towels (4)
- Hand towels (4)
- Washcloths (6-8)
- Shower curtain & rings
- Floor bath mat
- Small waste basket
- Rolls of toilet paper (4)
- Hand soap
MEAL PREP KIT
- Mixing bowls (2-3)
- Plastic food storage containers
- Medium pot with lid
- Large pot with lid
- Skillet/frying pan
- Baking dish (glass or ceramic)
- Cutting board (1-2)
- Large chef’s knife
- Small paring knife
- Can opener
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Trash can (11-13 gallon)
- Trash bags (kitchen size)
MEAL SERVICE KIT
(dishes and silverware can be gently used)
- Dishes – plates (6)
- Dishes – bowls (6)
- Cups/glasses – (6)
- Teacups/mugs – (4)
- Silverware – forks (6-8)
- Silverware – knives (6-8)
- Silverware – spoons (6-8)
- Silverware tray for drawer
- Serving spoons/forks
- (wooden for nonstick pans)
Download Welcome Box/Kit Instructions
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