ABOUT OUR PACKS
Our care packs adapt to the seasons and your generous donations, both financial and in-kind. We prioritize providing essential items that are both practical and dignified. Every non-food item is brand new and unused, and the shelf-stable snacks are always something we'd eat ourselves. We focus on soft and easy-to-eat food options and unscented toiletries. These essential supplies are delivered in lightweight, easy-to-carry drawstring backpacks, ensuring recipients can easily transport their belongings.
Our goal is to deliver 150 - 300 packs per month. Each pack varies within $15.00 - 25.00 per pack, depending on product donations and funding available.
Click here if you'd like to send us a suggestion for our packs.
NON-FOOD ESSENTIALS
FOOD ITEMS
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Men's Socks (good quality, waterproof preferred, thick)
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Women's Socks (good quality, waterproof preferred, thick)
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Nail Clippers
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Comb/Hairbrush
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Hand/Body wipes
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Face Tissue
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Body Lotion/unscented
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Toothbrush/Toothpaste
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Dental Pick/Floss
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Mini Flashlight, Batteries included
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Lip Balm
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Large Bandages (Intended for blistered feet)
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Small First Aid Kit
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Plastic Rain Poncho
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Resource Sheet
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Handwritten Notes (please click for guidelines)
We do our best to include softer food to avoid mouth pain. Ingredients mildly change.
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Tuna/Chicken snack pack (With a spoon)
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Apple Sauce/Fruit cup
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Water
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Protein Shake
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Peanut Butter Crackers
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Soft Breakfast Bar
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Soft Cookie
SPECIALTY ITEMS,
UPON REQUEST
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Menstruation products
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Dry Shampoo
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Dog Food and Biscuits for our canine neighbors
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A deck of cards/other passtimes
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HEADLAMPS ARE A CHERISHED ITEM, THOUGH DOUBLES THE COST OF OUR PACKS - Please consider donating
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In winter we add hats, blankets and gloves
PLEASE DONATE TODAY
SUGGESTIONS WELCOME!
Pack Essentials is always looking for new and better ways to support our unhoused neighbors.
Have an idea for a pack item?
We want to hear from you!
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