Nativity's Refugee Co-Sponsorship
Joan Lewis
August 1, 2016
GREAT NEWS-THROUGH YOUR GENEROSITY WE HAVE COLLECTED ALLTHE FURNISHINGS THAT WE NEED FOR THE APARTMENT FOR OUR FAMILY. PLEASE CHECK BACK IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS TO SEE WHAT CLOTHING, SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND SPECIFIC PANTRY ITEMS THAT WILL BENEFIT OUR FAMILY.
Nativity Cathedral is sponsoring a refugee family beginning this fall. If you could provide some of the items on this list please select them by clicking "give this gift". I will contact you to get some information and discuss delivery options. After you select the item(s) a message box appears. Please write your email and phone number in that box so I can contact you to make arrangements for delivery of the donation. That message goes privately to me.
Thanks for your support.
Joan Lewis (furnishings committee member)
This list will evolve as we get to know our family and their needs. Check back weekly.
Join us as we live our Story as a:
Welcoming Haven,
Caring Community,
Nurturing Space for Children and Youth, and
A Congregation Committed to Serving.
Please send cash or check to Nativity Cathedral with a notation of Refugee Ministry.
We will use your cash donations for:
Furnishings where there is no donation
Perishable/Nonperishable Foods
Over the counter meds
Toiletries, soaps, toothpaste
Cleaning supplies
Paper products
Office Supplies
School suoolies
For every day eating. Must be large enough for at least 8 people.
Must be sturdy.
Sturdy chairs for everyday eating.
Shelves to hold sheets and towels.
Shelves or storage for bedrooms.
Bowl, dinner plate, salad plate
Cups would be a nice addition
Would prefer one matching set.
Everyday drinking
Everyday
Fork, knife, spoon
For drying dishes
For slicing and general cooking
variety of sizes
Manual
Tupperware like, plastic or glass with lids
In very good condition
Seats 3 people
Sturdy, clean and comfortable
Does not have to be upholstered
Smaller scale preferred
We are asked to have one chair or space on a sofa for each family member.
Flat screen to fit in available space
Children can learn English from the repetition.
MUST BE CLEAN
Metal Frame or Headboard and footboard
Remember that some mattresses can be quite deep.
Must be clean and free of tears.
Mattresses are often 11-14 inches deep.
Mattresses are often 11 to 14 inches deep.
Metal Frames or Headboard, Footboard
Might consider Bunk Beds
Table Lamps
Standing lamp
Clip on lamps
Desk lamps
Clock or small clock radio
Small, appropriate for bedroom or bathroom
1 dozen
Waterproof liner (new) with decorative exterior curtain (new or used)
Bath, hand, wash cloth
For rugs and hardwood floors
Electric
Wall hooks for 8 coats.
We have many large and long, different sized windows. We are looking for neutral colors which provide privacy. We will hem to fit.
Needed to look for work or Skype with family.
To be used for school work.
Basic tools to make adjustment or repairs. Can be used by the family or volunteers.
-hammer
-Phillips head and flat head screwdriver
-ruler and/or tape measure
a box or basket to hold some or all of the following contents:
-pencils
-pens
-tape
-ruler
-scissors
-stapler
-pads of paper
Ironing Board-We have an iron.
More information to follow
Basic items required for first aid/emergency needs such as antibiotic ointment, cleansing wipes, bandages, tape, thermometers, etc.
On website find listing for First Aid Kits and choose Home First Aid Kits.
To reach upper shelves of kitchen cabinets.
To carry groceries from local stores or bus.
To hold birth certificates, contracts and other documents.