Build a Restart Kit
Restart Kits are bins of new household items provided to newly arriving families
to help them set up their homes. It's a great way to involve your family, friends, coworkers, classmates, or community group.
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Purchase new items.
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Pack them in a clear plastic bin with a lid.
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Label the bin with the kit name.
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Include an unsealed, handwritten note welcoming the family.
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Larger items that don't fit inside can be included separately.
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Deliver the bin to our office!
WELCOME KIT
“Welcome” doormat
Monthly calendar
Wall clock with numbers
Light bulbs (4, CFL or LED)
Small flashlight and batteries
Umbrella
Notebooks
Pens/pencils
Scissors
Scotch tape
Small sewing kit
Electric tea kettle
Throw blanket
DINING KIT
Plates (for 8)
Bowls (for 8)
Cups/glasses/mugs (for 8)
Forks, knives, and spoons (for 12)
Silverware tray
Dish drying rack​
KITCHEN KIT 2
Small frying pan
Large frying pan
Small pot with lid
Large pot with lid
Baking dish (glass or ceramic)​
CLEANING KIT
Broom and dustpan
Mop and bucket
Microfiber cloths
All-purpose cleaner spray bottles
Window cleaner
Reusable gloves
Hand soap
Liquid dish soap
Laundry detergent
Laundry basket
Paper towels (2 rolls)
BATHROOM KIT
Bath towels (4-6)
Hand towels (4)
Washcloths (6-8)
Shower curtain
Shower liner
Shower rings
Hand soap
Toothbrush holder
Bath rug
Small trash can
Small trash bags
Toilet paper (6+ rolls)
Toilet brush and holder
Toilet plunger
BABY KIT
Diapers
Baby wipes​
Soft washcloths
Towels
Swaddles/burp cloths
Baby toothbrush
Baby thermometer
Baby nail clipper/file
Fragrance-free body lotion​
PERSONAL CARE KIT
Toothbrushes (4-6)
Toothpaste (2)
Shampoo (2)
Conditioner (2)
Fragrance-free body lotion
Deodorant (2 men's, 2 women's)
Bar soap (3-4)
Body sponges (2-4)
Pack of razors (1 men's, 1 women's)
Shaving cream (2)
Q-tips
Feminine hygiene pads (no tampons)
Tissues (2 boxes)
Nail clipper and files
KITCHEN KIT 1
Dish towels (2-4)
Potholders/oven mitts
Trivets
Paper towels & holder
Hand soap
Liquid dish soap
Sponges
Trash can (13 gallon)
Garbage bags
KITCHEN KIT 3
Large knife
Paring knife
Cutting board
Vegetable peeler
Spatula
Stirring spoons
Ladle
Tongs
Manual can opener
Measuring cups/spoons
Mixing bowls
Serving bowls/platter
Food storage containers
BEDDING KIT
Comforter
Sheets
Blanket
Pillows
Pillow cases
Waterproof (non-vinyl) mattress cover​
*Choose twin, full, or queen. Indicate size on kit name label. Stay age and color neutral.
FIRST AID KIT
Adhesive bandages in different sizes
Gauze pads
Gauze rolls
Alcohol wipes
Antibiotic ointment
​Tweezers
Scissors
Digital thermometer
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen​​