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Bringing Hope and Help to Those In Need

Gifts In Kind (GIK) Guidelines

Revised 08-10-15

5300 Fawn Grove Road, Pylesville, MD 21132

410-452-8699

www.fawngrovecompassioncenter.org www.facebook.com/FawnGroveCompassionCenter

office@fawngrovecc.org

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GIK

For CLOTHING and SOFT HOUSEHOLD GOODS

WWhhaatt iiss GGIIKK?? Gifts in kind (GIK) is a kind of charitable giving in which, instead of giving money to buy needed goods and services, the goods and services themselves are given. As Christians, we give because sharing withremember that the contents of these boxes reflect the love of Christ to those in need around the world. God gave His very best to us in His Son Jesus Christ. We can do no less than to give our very best to others in Jesus’ nameSo please take extra care to make sure the used WITH NO STAINS OR SOILS, IN VERY GOOD CONDIPACKED IN THE APPROPRIATE BOX. WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHIISS?? FGCC has been involved in bringing hope and help to those in need both here in the States and around the world since 1992 because we believe God has called us to serve those who need help in extended poverty. Most often, GIK provides more immediate assistance and the love of Christ to help people through until morlong-term resources can be made available. GIK is one very important part of a broader realm of ministry and assistance to thoseneed.

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We have recently reviewed and updated our guidelines to meet changing requirements around the world. Standards are differentevery country that our goods are shipped to so we work diligently to be sure our goods can meet the most stringent clearances. Things that may be acceptable here may not be in other world areas. WWHHEERREE TTOO GGEETT CCLLOOTTHHIINNGG

� Ask your church family to clean out their � Encourage your church family to ask their neighbors and relatives to contribute clothing.� Place a classified ad in your local/daily/weekly newspaper. � Place an announcement on an Internet bulletin board. � Write a news article about your clothin

through Fawn Grove Compassion Center.� Go to yard sales – often clothing can be

donate left over clothing at the end of the day. Then make sure you are there to pick up the items.� Check with consignment shops to see if they would donate leftover

seasons - March for winter clothing, September� Check with managers of local department stores to see if leftover or

about our ministry and the needs it helps to meetcall our office at 410-452-8699 or email

5300 Fawn Grove Rd, Pylesville, MD 21132410-452-8699 office@fawngrovecc.org

GIK PACKING GUIDELINES

or CLOTHING and SOFT HOUSEHOLD GOODS

(GIK) is a kind of charitable giving in which, instead of giving money to buy needed goods and services, the goods and services themselves are given. As Christians, we give because sharing with those in need is at the core of the Gospel. Please

that the contents of these boxes reflect the love of Christ to those in need around the world. God gave His very best to us in His Son Jesus Christ. We can do no less than to give our very best to others in Jesus’ name

used clothing and other goods you donate are CLEAN (OR HAS BEEN LAUNDER, IN VERY GOOD CONDITION WITH NO TEARS, HOLES OR FRAYS

been involved in bringing hope and help to those in need both here in the States and around the world since 1992 because we believe God has called us to serve those who need help in response to crisis, the aftermath of disaster or extreme or extended poverty. Most often, GIK provides more immediate assistance and the love of Christ to help people through until mor

term resources can be made available. GIK is one very important part of a broader realm of ministry and assistance to those

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We have recently reviewed and updated our guidelines to meet changing requirements around the world. Standards are differentthat our goods are shipped to so we work diligently to be sure our goods can meet the most stringent clearances.

Things that may be acceptable here may not be in other world areas.

Ask your church family to clean out their closets. Encourage your church family to ask their neighbors and relatives to contribute clothing. Place a classified ad in your local/daily/weekly newspaper. Place an announcement on an Internet bulletin board. Write a news article about your clothing project and your church’s involvement in Nazarene Compassionate Ministries through Fawn Grove Compassion Center.

often clothing can be purchased for very little cost. Ask those conducting the yard sales if they would r clothing at the end of the day. Then make sure you are there to pick up the items.

Check with consignment shops to see if they would donate leftover or surplus clothing. Many will,clothing, September for spring and summer clothing.

Check with managers of local department stores to see if leftover or discontinued clothing could be donated. Explain s it helps to meet. If they require proof that we are a legitimate nonor email us at: office@fawngrovecc.org

Bringing Hope and Help to Those in Need5300 Fawn Grove Rd, Pylesville, MD 21132

office@fawngrovecc.org

(GIK) is a kind of charitable giving in which, instead of giving money to buy needed goods and services, the goods and is at the core of the Gospel. Please

that the contents of these boxes reflect the love of Christ to those in need around the world. At FGCC we believe that God gave His very best to us in His Son Jesus Christ. We can do no less than to give our very best to others in Jesus’ name.

(OR HAS BEEN LAUNDERED) , HOLES OR FRAYS, AND

been involved in bringing hope and help to those in need both here in the States and around the world since 1992 the aftermath of disaster or extreme or

extended poverty. Most often, GIK provides more immediate assistance and the love of Christ to help people through until more term resources can be made available. GIK is one very important part of a broader realm of ministry and assistance to those in

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. Ask those conducting the yard sales if they would r clothing at the end of the day. Then make sure you are there to pick up the items.

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clothing could be donated. Explain . If they require proof that we are a legitimate non-profit relief agency,

Bringing Hope and Help to Those in Need

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PPLLEEAASSEE UUSSEE OONNLLYY BBAANNAANNAA BBOOXXEESS We use banana boxes because they are sturdy and fit uniformly and tightly in the shipping containers. In many world areas the banana boxes we ship goods in are and other purposes by those who receive our goods. To prepare your banana box, remove any plastic, thin paper or debris. brown paper in the banana box and cut it into 3 pieces cover the bottom opening and one piece on the top before you close the bopiece can be saved and used if you come across a box without the brown paper.difficulty obtaining banana boxes, pack clothing in similar size boxes. The warehouse has a supply of banana boxes on hand.

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CCLLEEAANNLLIINNEESSSS AANNDD CCOONNDDIITTIIOONN AARREE All clothing MUST BE CLEAN, WITH ABSOLUTELY NOSPLATTERS. If you aren’t sure about the level of cleanliness a good way to judge would be to ask yourself this question: “Would I wear this garment myself in the condition I am including it in this box?” If you would not wear it as is and without launderprobably not clean enough to send. All clothing HOLES OR RIPS OF ANY SIZE, NO MISSING BUTTONSRemember, all clothing should have at least one year o We do not take the attitude that someone in need would be satisfied with our junk or trash. We care about the dignity of threceiving assistance and want to provide the very best we can. SEE THE PICTURE SECTION AT THE END OF TH AALLLL PPRRIICCEE TTAAGGSS MMUUSSTT BBEE RREEMMOOVVEEDD!! Because the clothing we send is identified as used clothing, it is vitally important that no price tags are left on any item If a garment is used but has a price tag attached from a consignment shop, yard sale, etc, it will be treated as new clothingcustoms officials of other countries and an entirely different set of standards will be applied, including fees and tarifany price tag or laundry/dry cleaning tags. Do not remove size tags.

FFIIRRSSTT SSOORRTT CCLLOOTTHHIINNGG IINNTTOO TTWWOO CC It is crucial to keep lightweight and heavyweight clothing in separate boxes because we don’t want to send winter coats, turtlenecks, wool socks etc. to warmhelpful to line up the banana boxes for lightweight clothing on one table or sideline up boxes for heavyweight clothing on another tahelpful to keep a designated place for unsuitable clothing, ragsetc. —Lightweight (summer) clothing is suitable for warmer temperatures and includes items such as short-sleeve shirts, blouses, t-shirts, shortnightgowns, unlined jackets, ties, scarves, etc. Shorts may be included for men and children. Lightweight slacks, shorts and capris for women guidelines below for these items. Underwear may be included but it condition with absolutely NO discolorations. It is permissible to include new underwear as long as it has been removed from packaging and laundered before packing. —Heavyweight (winter) clothing is suitable for colder temperatures and includes items such as sweaters, sweatshirts,sweatpants, turtleneck shirts, jackets, long sleeve shirts, blouses, heaviergloves, hats, winter scarves, etc. (Heavyweight conditioning.)

We use banana boxes because they are sturdy and fit uniformly and tightly in the shipping containers. In many world areas the banana boxes we ship goods in are reused for storage and other purposes by those who receive our goods.

To prepare your banana box, remove any plastic, thin paper or debris. Take the large, stiff x and cut it into 3 pieces – place one piece on the bottom to

and one piece on the top before you close the box. The extra piece can be saved and used if you come across a box without the brown paper. If you have difficulty obtaining banana boxes, pack clothing in similar size boxes. The warehouse has a

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ABSOLUTELY NO STAINS, SOILS, DISCOLORATIONS, PAINT If you aren’t sure about the level of cleanliness a good way to judge would be to ask yourself this question: “Would I

wear this garment myself in the condition I am including it in this box?” If you would not wear it as is and without launderenough to send. All clothing MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION WITH ABSOLUTEL

, NO MISSING BUTTONS OR OTHER FASTENERS, ZIPPERS MUST WORK,all clothing should have at least one year of wear left.

We do not take the attitude that someone in need would be satisfied with our junk or trash. We care about the dignity of threceiving assistance and want to provide the very best we can.

ION AT THE END OF THIS BOOKLET FOR EXAMPLES OF WHAT NOT TO SEND.

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Because the clothing we send is identified as used clothing, it is vitally important that no price tags are left on any item If a garment is used but has a price tag attached from a consignment shop, yard sale, etc, it will be treated as new clothingcustoms officials of other countries and an entirely different set of standards will be applied, including fees and tarifany price tag or laundry/dry cleaning tags. Do not remove size tags.

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to keep lightweight and heavyweight clothing in separate boxes because we don’t want to send winter coats, turtlenecks, wool socks etc. to warm-climate countries. It may be helpful to line up the banana boxes for lightweight clothing on one table or side of the room and line up boxes for heavyweight clothing on another table or other side of the room. It is also helpful to keep a designated place for unsuitable clothing, rags, or clothes that need laundering,

suitable for warmer temperatures and includes items short-sleeved dresses, lightweight sweaters,

etc. Shorts may be included for men and children. horts and capris for women MUST be packed separately. Follow additional

Underwear may be included but it MUST be in like-new discolorations. It is permissible to include new underwear as long

as it has been removed from packaging and laundered before packing.

is suitable for colder temperatures and includes items such as sweaters, sweatshirts,sweatpants, turtleneck shirts, jackets, long sleeve shirts, blouses, heavier-weight fabrics such as corduroys, wools, heavy socks,

clothing are items you would NOT want to wear in the summer

PAINT OR BLEACH If you aren’t sure about the level of cleanliness a good way to judge would be to ask yourself this question: “Would I

wear this garment myself in the condition I am including it in this box?” If you would not wear it as is and without laundering, it is ITION WITH ABSOLUTELY NO TEARS, FRAYS,

, ZIPPERS MUST WORK, ETC.

We do not take the attitude that someone in need would be satisfied with our junk or trash. We care about the dignity of those

TO SEND.

Because the clothing we send is identified as used clothing, it is vitally important that no price tags are left on any item or garment. If a garment is used but has a price tag attached from a consignment shop, yard sale, etc, it will be treated as new clothing by the customs officials of other countries and an entirely different set of standards will be applied, including fees and tariffs. So, remove

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is suitable for colder temperatures and includes items such as sweaters, sweatshirts, weight fabrics such as corduroys, wools, heavy socks,

items you would NOT want to wear in the summer without air

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Because of cultural differences in other world areaswomen’s lightweight boxes. These must be packed separatelyshorts, small women’s slacks, large women’s Items that can be included into either lightweight or heavyweightlightweight sweaters, men’s neckties, white dress shirts (for National pastors and others), men’s & women’s sguidelines for women’s short sets/pantsuits. Underwear and bras may be included but they MUST be in likeabsolutely NO discolorations. It is permissible to include new underwear as long as it has been removed from packaging and laundered before packing. Do NOT pack clothing items with Christian slogans, Scripture verses, cross or other Christian symbols in with the regular cloboxes. These items are not welcome in some world areas. Pack these items separately in boxes labeled “WITNESS WEAR”

ABSOLUTELY NOT PERMITTED According to U.S. Custom guidelines, we cannot send any clothing with any military (US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc) wording or insignias/emblems. FGCC also restricts the following: NO clothingare not welcomed in some other countries. (This does not apply to the clothing tag that might say “made in USA.”)through items, cut-offs or short-shorts, low-cut shirts, spaghetti straps, etc. NO shirts with questionable messages,devils/evil-type symbols, guns, or violence, etc.

PACK CLOTHING ACCORDING TO SIZE You will be able to find sizes on most clothing –small to you it probably means a large girl and not a large women. Please do not pack according to clothing item, but mix clothing items together.sweaters, etc. It is important for the recipients to have a variety of clothing A note about sizes larger than 2XL – in most other world areas people are not large enough to wear clothing larger than 2XL sizes. We do not want to send goods that are not useful to those in need, so we do not send those larger sizes. Tip: If you can’t decide if it’s a man or a woman’s shirt, wthe right as worn. Tip: Roll the clothing as tightly and as neatly as possible full and tightly but not so much that the top will not fit snugly. underwear, etc, to fill those spaces. It is much more cost efficient to ship boxes tightly andair! SIZE AND GENDER CATEGORIES Infant Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterBirth to 24 months, boys and girls together (You may include

Toddler Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter2T to 4T, boys and girls together

Girl’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterSize 5 through teen sizes

Boy’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or Size 5 through teen sizes

Small Women’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterLadies petite sizes up to and including regular women size 12No shorts or lightweight slacks in the lightweight/summer boxes.NO swimwear or bathing suits of any kind

in other world areas no lightweight slacks or summer shortsust be packed separately and labeled small women’s shorts, large women’s

shorts, small women’s slacks, large women’s slacks)

lightweight or heavyweight category: Lightweight unlinedss shirts (for National pastors and others), men’s & women’s s

for women’s short sets/pantsuits. Underwear and bras may be included but they MUST be in likeIt is permissible to include new underwear as long as it has been removed from packaging and

Do NOT pack clothing items with Christian slogans, Scripture verses, cross or other Christian symbols in with the regular clos. These items are not welcome in some world areas. Pack these items separately in boxes labeled “WITNESS WEAR”

According to U.S. Custom guidelines, we cannot send any of the following items: NO camouflage clothing items of clothing with any military (US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc) wording or insignias/emblems.

clothing or items with American Flags or the words “America,” “USA,” etc. These items (This does not apply to the clothing tag that might say “made in USA.”)cut shirts, or any kind of immodest clothing including strapless tops, low

ts with questionable messages, liquor or tobacco advertisements on them, etc. Remember that we are donating clothing in the name of Jesus.

PACK CLOTHING ACCORDING TO SIZE

– other clothing you will have to use an educated guess! not a large women.

pack according to clothing item, but mix clothing items together. Example: Do not pack a boxsweaters, etc. It is important for the recipients to have a variety of clothing items to choose from.

in most other world areas people are not large enough to wear clothing larger than 2XL sizes. We do not want to send goods that are not useful to those in need, so we do not send those larger sizes.

it’s a man or a woman’s shirt, women’s blouses/shirts button on the left as worn

Roll the clothing as tightly and as neatly as possible so we get as many pieces of clothing as possibletightly but not so much that the top will not fit snugly. If you find you have small pockets of space in a box, use socks or

It is much more cost efficient to ship boxes tightly and completely filled than to ship boxes of

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter (You may include NEW disposable diapers, cloth diapers and

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter including regular women size 12.

No shorts or lightweight slacks in the lightweight/summer boxes.

shorts may be packed in and labeled small women’s shorts, large women’s

Lightweight unlined jackets, thin or ss shirts (for National pastors and others), men’s & women’s suits. Follow additional

for women’s short sets/pantsuits. Underwear and bras may be included but they MUST be in like-new condition with It is permissible to include new underwear as long as it has been removed from packaging and

Do NOT pack clothing items with Christian slogans, Scripture verses, cross or other Christian symbols in with the regular clothing s. These items are not welcome in some world areas. Pack these items separately in boxes labeled “WITNESS WEAR”

clothing items of any kind, NO clothing with any military (US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc) wording or insignias/emblems.

with American Flags or the words “America,” “USA,” etc. These items (This does not apply to the clothing tag that might say “made in USA.”) NO see-

including strapless tops, low-cut tops with no clothing with skulls,

Remember that we are donating clothing in the name of Jesus.

If it says Large and looks

Do not pack a box with all jeans or all

in most other world areas people are not large enough to wear clothing larger than 2XL sizes. We do not want to send goods that are not useful to those in need, so we do not send those larger sizes.

as worn, men’s shirts button on

clothing as possible in the box. Pack the boxes If you find you have small pockets of space in a box, use socks or

completely filled than to ship boxes of

disposable diapers, cloth diapers and diaper pins.)

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Large Women’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterLadies size 14 to 2XL (do not include sizes larger than 2XL)No shorts or lightweight slacks in the lightweight/summer boxes.NO swimwear or bathing suits of any kind Small Men’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterMen’s sizes: up to 15 ½ size shirt; up to 34-sized pants Large Men’s Clothing – sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winterSuit Size 36 and up; Shirt size 16 and up; pants size Maternity Clothing All sizes packed together but sorted by lightweight/summer and heavyweight/winter Women’s Shorts, Capris and Crop Pants –that show the ankle when worn should be included in this category.Small/Medium in one box, Large/XL sizes in one box, nothing larger than 2XL Women’s Lightweight/Summer Slacks – includes lightweight ladies pantsuits and long pants pajama setsSmall/Medium in one box, Large/XL sizes in one box, nothing larger than 2XL Ladies and Girls Swimwear -- pack all sizes togetherONLY one piece swimsuits – NO two piece swimsuits Pack Lightweight/Summer and Heavyweight/Winter sizes in separate boxes. Do not mix lightweight and heavyweight items in the same box. WHAT IF YOU DON’T HAVE ENOUGH ITEMS TO FILL A BOX??? Don’t worry. If you don’t have enough of one type of clothing, you have in the box and label SM. Women Lt. (NOT FULL).mixed clothing and label it MIXED Clothing so we know to repack when it arrives at the warehouse. The warehouse has clothing on hand to fill the box. Do the same with all the other categories and items. If you don’t have eto fill the box, just mark it accordingly and label

OTHER ITEMS TO BE PACKED SEPARATELYAll items must be must be clean, with absolutely no stains, soils, discolorations, or bleach splatters. All items must be in

good condition with absolutely no t

SINGLE AND DOUBLE BLANKETS TOGETHER IN ONE BOX

AFGHANS – crocheted, knitted or woven

BABY BLANKETS – may be all types together

SINGLE SHEETS AND PILLOWCASES

DOUBLE SHEETS AND PILLOWCASES

TOWELS (washcloths, dishtowels, bath towels, etc.)

BED PILLOWS (must be clean, in like-new condition

THROW PILLOWS

TABLE LINENS – table cloths, fabric napkins, fabric placemats, fabric runners, etc

FABRIC – new or used. Used fabrics should be clean and stain free

SEWING SUPPLIES (Patterns, thread, needles and buttons, etc.)

YARN (Yarn, crochet needles, knitting needles)

BABY ACCESSORIES (crib sets, diaper bags, bottles, teethietc.)

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter Ladies size 14 to 2XL (do not include sizes larger than 2XL) No shorts or lightweight slacks in the lightweight/summer boxes.

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter sized pants

sort by lightweight/summer or heavyweight/winter size 36 and up to 2XL (note: do not include sizes larger than 2XL)

weight/summer and heavyweight/winter

– includes lightweight shorts sets and short pants pajama setsthat show the ankle when worn should be included in this category. Small/Medium in one box, Large/XL sizes in one box, nothing larger than 2XL

includes lightweight ladies pantsuits and long pants pajama setsSmall/Medium in one box, Large/XL sizes in one box, nothing larger than 2XL

pack all sizes together NO two piece swimsuits

Lightweight/Summer and Heavyweight/Winter sizes in separate boxes. Do not mix lightweight and

WHAT IF YOU DON’T HAVE ENOUGH ITEMS TO FILL A BOX???

Don’t worry. If you don’t have enough of one type of clothing, {example: Small Women Lightweight (Summer) Clothing}, put whatSM. Women Lt. (NOT FULL). Or if you don’t want to pay to send a partial box,

so we know to repack when it arrives at the warehouse.

The warehouse has clothing on hand to fill the box. Do the same with all the other categories and items. If you don’t have eto fill the box, just mark it accordingly and label NOT FULL or PARTIAL. The volunteers at the warehouse will fill the box.

ITEMS TO BE PACKED SEPARATELY must be clean, with absolutely no stains, soils, discolorations, or bleach splatters. All items must be in

good condition with absolutely no tears, frays, holes or rips of any size.

SINGLE AND DOUBLE BLANKETS TOGETHER IN ONE BOX – Marked “BLANKETS”

may be all types together (crocheted, knitted, quilted, etc)

-- Marked “SINGLE SHEETS”

DOUBLE SHEETS AND PILLOWCASES -- Marked “DOUBLE SHEETS”

(washcloths, dishtowels, bath towels, etc.)

condition, with no spots, stains, soils, etc)

table cloths, fabric napkins, fabric placemats, fabric runners, etc

d fabrics should be clean and stain free.

(Patterns, thread, needles and buttons, etc.)

(Yarn, crochet needles, knitting needles)

(crib sets, diaper bags, bottles, teething supplies, towels and washcloths,

to 2XL (note: do not include sizes larger than 2XL)

lightweight shorts sets and short pants pajama sets. Any lightweight slacks

includes lightweight ladies pantsuits and long pants pajama sets

Lightweight/Summer and Heavyweight/Winter sizes in separate boxes. Do not mix lightweight and

{example: Small Women Lightweight (Summer) Clothing}, put what Or if you don’t want to pay to send a partial box, fill the box with

The warehouse has clothing on hand to fill the box. Do the same with all the other categories and items. If you don’t have enough . The volunteers at the warehouse will fill the box.

must be clean, with absolutely no stains, soils, discolorations, or bleach splatters. All items must be in ears, frays, holes or rips of any size.

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POCKETBOOKS OR PURSES, WALLETS, CHANGE PURSES -- Marked “POCKETBOOKS”

BACKPACKS -- all sizes together

BOOKBAGS (tote bags, soft briefcase-type bags, etc)

SHOES (including warm slippers ) DO NOT pack SHOES together with clothing.

BELTS (not attached to clothing)

WEDDING GOWNS

WITNESS WEAR – includes clothing items that have Christian slogans, Scripture verses, cross or other Christian symbols on them

MEDICAL WEAR -- pack medical scrubs together and mark the box “MEDICAL SCRUBS.” Pack lab coats together and mark the box “LAB COATS.”

TOYS (balls, blocks, stuffed toys, dolls, cars, trucks, etc) – Toys must be clean and in good condition. -ONLY include puzzles if all the pieces are included. -Do not send books, board games or toys that need an electrical outlet. -No electronic games or devices. Remove batteries from any toys that are still usable without batteries. -No guns, GI-Joes, or military trucks, weapons, etc.

OTHER ITEMS – All other items that do not clearly fit into the categories above should be put together in a box and marked MIXED ITEMS. These will then be sorted at the warehouse.

CRISIS CARE KITS (see additional pages at the end of this booklet for packing instructions) SCHOOL PAL PAKS (see additional pages at the end of this booklet for packing instructions)

LABEL THE BOXES ACCORDINGLY

It is crucial that items are placed in the appropriate box. The boxes go through customs in the U.S. and the country where it is sent. When inspected, if a box is found to include items other than what it says on the box – the whole container can be confiscated and we will be fined! Each box must be clearly marked. It is extremely important that the box contents are correct and that the boxes are labeled correctly.

DO NOT PUT ANY LITERATURE IN BOXES This is vitally important! Any literature, booklets, etc, found in boxes of goods may cause an entire shipment

to be discarded!

LABEL EACH BOX ACCORDING TO THE CONTENTS Here are some examples – use separate boxes with labels for every category listed above.

Shoes

Blankets

Infants

Heavyweight (Winter) Clothing

Toddlers

Lightweight (Summer) Clothing

Large Women

Shorts

Small Women

Lightweight (Summer) Slacks

Small Men

Heavyweight (Winter) Clothing

Large Women

Lightweight (Summer) Clothing

Boys

Heavyweight (Winter) Clothing

Girls

Lightweight (Summer) Clothing

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SHIPPING and HANDLING COSTS FGCC is completely donor funded. To help cover the cost of processing and shipping, send $8.00 per box for clothing boxes, blankets, shoes, fabric, toys, etc. to:

Make check payable to: FAWN GROVE COMPASSION CENTER, INC

Mail payment to:

Fawn Grove Compassion Center, Inc. 5300 Fawn Grove Road Pylesville, MD 21132

Include the name and address of your church with the check.

HOW CAN YOU RAISE THE FUNDS TO PAY THE SHIPPING COSTS PER BOX

� Have a line item in your NMI budget. � Receive a special offering. � Have fundraisers to cover cost. This would be a great project for teens. � Strongly encourage your church family to share the need with friends, neighbors, and relatives outside of the church. � Ask for donations from businesses. � Pass out Quarter Coin Collectors (most hold $10.00)

DELIVERING CLOTHING TO WAREHOUSE -If you are personally delivering the boxes to the warehouse—DO NOT TAPE BOXES SHUT. -If you are mailing or shipping the boxes—YOU MUST TAPE BOXES SHUT. You can ship in many different ways. Some examples are:

� United States Postal Service � United Parcel Service (UPS) � Federal Express � Freight Companies (check for reduced rates) � Personal Delivery � Local district churches can partner to deliver the boxes to the warehouse.

Mailing address for shipping via the U.S. Postal Service Physical location for shipping via UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.: Nazarene Relief Shipments Nazarene Relief Shipments PO Box 117 5300 Fawn Grove Road Fawn Grove, PA 17321-0117 Pylesville, MD 21132 If you have questions or when in doubt about anything, call the FGCC office and the individuals there can assist you. Or you may call John Borgal direct on his cell.

OFFICE: 410-452-8699 J BORGAL CELL: 614-572-3496 EMAIL: office@fawngrovecc.org

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EXAMPLES OF POOR CONDITION AND DIRTY CLOTHING/SHOES

Undershirt which is yellowed/discolored

Decorative T-shirt which is

very dirty and has small holes

White sneakers which are stained and dirty.there are no shoelaces

EXAMPLES OF POOR CONDITION AND DIRTY CLOTHING/SHOES

DO NOT SEND!

Undershirt which is yellowed/discolored Undershirt which has stains/discoloration

under the armpits

Paint smear on shirt front and stains on sleeves

stained and dirty. Also, there are no shoelaces

Undershirt which has stains/discoloration under the armpits

Paint smear on shirt front and stains on sleeves

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EXAMPLES OF POOR CONDITION AND DIRTY CLOTHING/SHOES

DO NOT SEND!

Frayed hole in side seam near the top of the right hand pocket

Frayed cuffs

Frayed hole in knee

Cuts and frays in pants legs.

1. Gather NEW items in quantities listed below. Assemble Crisis Care Kits (CCKs) and seal the Ziploc bags. Include only those items listed below. Deviating from this list can cause an entire shipment to be rejected in customs. Set the CCKs in groups of six (6) to determine the number of banana boxes needed. 2. Pack contents below into a clear 2-gallon OR 2.5-gallon plastic Ziploc bag and seal:

• 1 medium-size bottle of shampoo (12-18 oz.) please tape flip-tops closed • 1 fingernail clipper • 1 sturdy hair comb • 4 pocket-size packages of facial tissues • 2 bars of soap (bath-size or larger) • 1 Beanie Baby-size stuffed toy • 2 hand towels • 1 box of Band-Aids (30 or more) • 1 medium toothpaste (4.0-6.4 oz.) 3 toothbrushes (in original packaging)

3. Obtain the banana boxes from your local grocery store. Please ship CCKs solely in banana boxes, as they provide uniformity, eliminating wasted space in shipping. 4. Cut the heavy brown paper (usually found in the banana box) in half and place inside the bottom of the box. Tape the other half over the hole in the lid. (Plain cardboard may be used in the same way if your banana boxes are missing the paper.) 5. Fill each box with six (6) CCKs—no more, no l less. 6. Do not insert money or literature (including anything with the church’s name on it, notes, etc.) in the CCKs or banana boxes. 7. Using strong packing tape, cover all holes in the top and the bottom of the box. Then tape the box securely shut. Please leave box handles open; this makes it easier to load and unload. 8. When addressing the box, please put the name and address of the church (or individual donor) on the box in the “From” section and the address of the warehouse in the “To” section. 9. Do not wrap banana boxes in brown paper or contact paper or put filled banana boxes inside another box. 10. Send the boxes to the following (depending on method of shipping or originating location):

For Shipping via the Postal Service: For Shipping Other than Postal Service: Nazarene Relief Shipments Nazarene Relief Shipments P.O. Box 117 5300 Fawn Grove Road Fawn Grove, PA 17321-0117 Pylesville, MD 21132

11. Send a check—made payable to Global Treasury Services, Church of the Nazarene—in the amount of $12.00 per banana box (for storage and shipping costs during the distribution process). Include the name and address of your church with the check. Ten Percent Credit will be allowed for the $12.00 shipping donation only. Do not put the money in the CCKs or banana boxes.

Mark the check, “Nazarene Relief Shipments ACM1297,” and mail to:

Global Treasury Services PO Box 843116 Kansas

City, MO 64184-3116 Revised 1-23-2012

1 Gather NEW items in quantities listed below. Assemble School Pal-Paks (SPPs) and seal the Ziploc bags. Include only those items listed below. Deviating from this list can cause an entire shipment to be rejected in customs. Set the SPPs in groups of ten (10) to determine the number of boxes needed. 2 Pack contents below in a clear 1-gallon Ziploc bag and seal:

These contents will give each student a notebook, 5-6 pencils, 5-6 pens, an eraser, and a ruler. Two students will share the colored pencils, scissors, and sharpener.

3 Obtain 12”x12”x12” boxes from any office supply store such as Office Depot, Office Max, Staples, or a UPS store. 4 Fill each box with 10 Pal-Paks—no more, no less. 5 Do not insert money or literature (including anything with the church’s name on it, notes, etc.) in the Pal-Paks or boxes. 6 Using strong packing tape, tape the box securely shut. 7 When addressing the box, please put the name and address of the church (or the individual donor) on the box in the “From” section and the address of the warehouse in the “To” section. 8 Do not wrap boxes in brown paper or contact paper or put filled boxes inside another box. 9 Send the boxes to the following (depending on method of shipping):

2 composition notebooks (such as Mead brand), no larger than 9¾”x 7½”. (No spiral-bound notebooks will be accepted.) 1 package of #2 pencils (quantity—10-12 pencils) 1 package of black pens (quantity—10-12 pens) 2 pink erasers, 2-3” long 2 rulers (6” or 12”, with metric measurements) 1 package of colored pencils (quantity—12-15) 1 pair of blunt-nosed scissors 1 hand-held pencil sharpener

Nazarene Relief Shipments Nazarene Relief Shipments PO Box 117 5300 Fawn Grove Road Fawn Grove, PA 17321-0117 Pylesville, MD 21132

For Shipping Via the Postal Service: For Shipping Other than Postal Service:

10. Send a check—made payable to Global Treasury Services, Church of the Nazarene—in the amount of $10.00 per box (for storage and shipping costs during the distribution process). Include the name and address of your church with the check. Ten Percent Credit will be allowed for the $10.00 shipping donation only. Do not put the money in the SPPs or boxes.

Mark the check, “School Pal-Paks ACM1788,” and mail to:

Global Treasury Services PO Box 843116 Kansas

City, MO 64184-3116

Revised 1-21-2012