Kitchen kits help to provide cooking and dining essentials to our clients coming out homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, and living with HIV/AIDs. Here are three tips to consider when making kits on your own:
- Time: When making kitchen kits, take time to think about the size of the family it will go to. For a family a four, you should use four plates, four cups, four bowls, and four silverware sets. It’s okay if it doesn’t all match. If you want to increase the family size, just choose an equivalent number of items.
- Add-ons: After you get the essential items into your kit, add 3-5 extra items to top it off. These items can range from pots and pans to spatulas and tupperware. Think about what you use on a daily basis; our clients need those things, too!
- Love: When you’re finished making the kit, feel free to write a note to the family! Many of our clients have been living on the streets, in their cars, or in homeless shelters for extended periods of time. Use this note to welcome them home.
Remember, there’s no wrong way to make a kitchen kit! As long as you follow our general guidelines, we know your kits will make a difference for our clients.
Would you like to hold a kitchen kit drive and kitting event at your school, office, or place or worship? Just email volunteer@furniturebankatlanta.org to learn more.
