The Diocese is planning to support Afghan refugees through these organizations based in Philadelphia. They are looking for parishes that would be drop off places for items needed. They are asking if GMC can find parishes to be drop off sites. Would your parish be a drop off site? The Diocese will then transport the items to the needed places.
- Donations/Temp Housing for refugee’s coming from Afghanistan to Philly:
o HIAS: https://hiaspa.org/get-involved/donate/donate-now/
o Office of Immigrant Affairs: https://www.phila.gov/departments/office-of-immigrant-affairs/?mc_cid=51112b383c&mc_eid=c1d0b8ab34
- Coast Guard donation requests:
US Coast Guard Atlantic Strike Team
ATTN: CPOA
5614 Doughboy Loop
Fort Dix, NJ 08640
o NO GLASS ITEMS, Pillows, or Tampons**
o Diaper Cream
o Baby clothes for all baby ages
o Baby logistics: diapers, wipes, bottles, baby food (no glass jars and no meat) spoons and new pacifiers
o Towels
o MEN’S CLOTHING-IMMEDIATE NEED* (no shorts or tank tops)
o Women’s clothing (mostly long sleeve but modest short sleeve is acceptable, no shorts, dresses or tank tops)
o Children’s clothes (long sleeves and pants)
o Feminine hygiene product
o Newborn hats and socks
o New modest underwear for adults and kids
o New socks for adults and kids
o Hats for all ages (cold weather and warm)
o Blankets (clean or new)
o Shoes (new or clean with very little wear)
o Toys (not battery operated)
o Balls
o Stuffed animals
o Please no monetary donations* i.e.: gift cards, cash, etc. only items from the list please