little boy enjoying a simple birthday cake

LWML Toolkit Kits

LWML Toolkit Kits are kit suggestions that you can use for Gifts from the Heart in your district, zone, and local groups. Be sure to know where your kits will be given before you start collecting. It is suggested that agencies be contacted to be sure they can take the kits and in what quantity. Different agencies may also request certain items to better serve their clients. This kit list is simply a “jumping off” point to use as you share God’s love and serve the Lord with Gladness.

Birthday Kit (homeless shelter)

  1. Disposable 9X13 pan
  2. Cake mix
  3. Can of frosting
  4. Candles
  5. Party favors
  6. Invitations
  7. Bible story book
  8. This week’s bulletin from church

Shelter Welcome Kit

Gallon size zipper seal plastic bags to hold:

  1. Lip balm
  2. Packages of tissues
  3. Toothbrush and toothpaste
  4. Comb
  5. Soap
  6. Trail mix, granola bars, or crackers
  7. Pack of gum
  8. Bandages
  9. Mouthwash
  10. Nail clippers
  11. Travel size shampoo and conditioner
  12. Small travel box of detergent
  13. Living in Prayer Mustard Seeds
  14. Gift card for food or drinks
  15. Tied fleece blanket
  16. Crocheted sleeping mat

Winter Care Kit for Homeless

(keep in car for when you see someone in need)

  1. Pocket tissues
  2. Throat lozenges
  3. Body lotion for dry skin
  4. Toothbrush and toothpaste
  5. Knit stocking cap/scarf
  6. Rain poncho
  7. Pair of gloves
  8. Tube socks
  9. Mylar blanket
  10. Hand warmers
  11. Highlighted pocket Bible
  12. Crocheted sleeping mat
  13. Protein bar (soft, not crunchy or hard)
  14. Socks
  15. Breath mints
  16. Fast-food gift card
  17. Masters Card from LWML or other Christian Tract

View Homeless Kits — printable PDF
Download Homeless Kits — Word doc

Find more kit suggestions in the LWML Toolkit Kits here.