International Institute Rhode Island

Fill a Basket for a New Refugee Family

Fill a laundry basket with some of the items listed below to help get a Refugee Family started in their new life. Baskets can be dropped off Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm or pickup can be arranged.

One of the first things we do is to help refugees find a place to live and set-up their new apartments. Most refugees come to Rhode Island with little more than a few clothes and personal possessions. IIRI is expectingover 90 refugees to resettle here this year. You can make a difference by filling a basket today!

EASY ON-LINE SHOPPING OPTION!

Many items below are available through our gift registry at Target.com. You can help us with a few easily clicks of your mouse and some much appreciated generosity. You can view and shop this list online at Target.com or in stores at a registry kiosk. (We are listed at TargetLists as First Name: International, Last Name: Institute Rhode Island)

This list represents “the basics" that will help our clients make a new start. Items can be “gently used”, expect where indicated.

Kitchen items

Drinking Glasses (for 4)
Silverware (for 4)
Dishes (for 4)
Can Opener
Cutting Board
1 set of Basic Pots & Pans
1 set of Cooking Utensils
1 set of Kitchen Knives
1 set of Mixing Bowls
1 set of Baking Pans
Tea Kettle
Toaster

Cleaning Products

Scouring powder
All-Purpose Cleaning Spray
Dishwashing Soap
Sponges
Scouring Pads
Dish Scrubber
Box or Bottle Laundry Detergent
Broom + Dustpan
Mop + Bucket
Paper Towels
Kitchen Trash Can + Bags
Bathroom Trash Can
Vacuum Cleaner
Toilet Plunger

Linens

Washcloths
Bath Towels
Kitchen Towels
Oven mitts + Pot holders
Sheets + Pillowcases
Pillows (new)
Blankets
Shower Curtain with Hooks

Personal Items (new)

Bars of Soap
Shampoo
Toothbrush + Toothpaste
Hand Lotion
Deodorant
Shaving Cream
Disposable Razors
Comb + Brush
Feminine Napkins
Toilet Paper + Facial Tissue
1 Box of Band-Aids
First Aid Kit

General Family Use

Alarm Clock
Hangers
Calendar
Paper + Envelopes
Pens/Pencils
Stamps
Box or Stand Fan
Small Tool Kit
Flashlight
Umbrella
Lightbulbs
Baby items: socket protectors, high chairs, diaper bags, etc.

Other items

Table + Chairs (can be used)
Other Furniture (please inquire)
International Phone Cards
Gift Cards/Certificates (food stores, Target, Wal-Mart, etc.)
Iron +Ironing Board
School Supplies/Backpacks

If you have furniture or other large or unusual items please contact donation coordinator Mary Ellen Lynch (or 401.784.8649) to assess current needs and arrange delivery.