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Crisis Care Kits

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Practical ministry for domestic and abroad

What Are Crisis Care Kits?

Crisis Care Kits provide basic necessities to those who are displaced following a disaster. Thousands of Crisis Care Kits are made, stored, and distributed globally each year as needs inevitably arise around the world. Crisis Care Kits are made by Nazarene volunteers and are a tangible way that people can get involved in the disaster response process. 

How Can I Participate?

Storage Container
Pack Crisis Care Kit contents listed into a clear 2 or 2.5 gallon plastic zipper storage bag.

Hygiene Items
1 bottle of shampoo (12-18 oz) NOT medicated (please tape top closed and place in bag standing up)
2 bars of soap (bath size) in own packaging
1 tube of toothpaste (4.0-6.4 oz) in original packaging
3 toothbrushes in original packing (can be a combination of 1, 2 or 3 pack)
1 box of bandages (30 or more) Regular size (NOT really small or tiny)
1 fingernail clipper (NOT toenail, or in package with emery boards)
1 sturdy comb (NOT small pocket or styling combs)

Miscellaneous Items
2 hand towels, about 15 x 28 (NOT dish towels or washcloths)
4 packages of tissues, pocket size
1 stuffed toy, regular beanie baby size (NO Christian or USA symbols)

We encourage families and individuals to pack Crisis Care Kits in their home and bring them to the Bethany First Church North Entrance. Crisis Care Kits also make a great missional opportunity for a neighborhood or community group! When purchasing and packing Crisis Care Kit materials, please follow these guidelines.