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First Presbyterian Church of Wilmette
(FPCW)
600 9th Street
Wilmette, IL 60091
847-256-3010
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You can also make checks
payable to Stock the Shelves
The 15 Household & Hygiene Supplies
Refugees Need
(that food stamps won’t cover)
Refugees work hard to create better lives for themselves and their families. They face difficult choices and limited incomes. They shouldn’t have to choose between dinner and diapers. Every month, Stock the Shelves distributes thousands of dollars of new household and hygiene supplies to over 125 refugee families, nearly 500 people. Whether you’re making a financial donation, donating supplies or volunteering your time, it’s all about these 15 items.
1. Toilet paper
2. Feminine pads (no tampons)
3. Diapers (sizes 1-5)
4. Laundry detergent
5. Basic cleaner (ex. 409)
6. Body soap
7. Hand soap
8. Dish soap
9. Deodorant
10. Shampoo (no conditioner)
11. Body/Hand lotion
12. Toothpaste
13. Toothbrushes
14. Razors
15. Shaving cream
Why these 15? Over time we’ve come to understand and honor cultural differences. In the end, these are the 15 items refugees request most. If you are donating supplies, please don’t stray from the list. And we can’t accept travel size items.
