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.