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CWS Kits have become a vital first response in emergency and disaster situations. Contents of the kits enable victims to regain dignity and self-care, and to re-establish a sense of control in situations that are beyond ordinary. Your contributions make a world of difference for real people! For the latest report on where Kits have been sent in the U.S. and internationally, please click here .

A Kit Drive is an activity for all ages. It is especially helpful as an activity for young people who often feel helpless when they hear of major disasters, but want so much to reach out to the suffering. We have suggestions on how to organize a collection so don’t hesitate to contact us for help. Ideas range from a family activity to town - wide appeals-whatever you can do, makes a difference! It doesn’t matter how many kits you donate, every one is used and appreciated by someone in need! Visit the CWS Kits page for instructions on assembling and shipping your kits.

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CWS Kits are greatly needed year-round for U.S. and overseas shipments. If you are unable to ship Kits to the BSC in Maryland, a drop-off location in New Jersey is available.

All Kits delivered to the NJ Depot will be stored until an annual pick-up in May. Please -- ONLY use the Depot if it is impossible to ship the Kits. The Depot is available to collect CWS Kits only -- no quilts/blankets, please.

DEPOT LOCATION

Old First Church
69 Kings Highway
Middletown, NJ 07748
732-671-1905

DROP-OFF HOURS

Tuesday and Thursday
9:00 AM—12:00 Noon
Please call ahead of delivery to confirm Depot is open

Please follow these guidelines:

• Kits should be put into boxes and taped closed. Boxes can be of all sizes/shapes and hold as many Kits as fit, but please --keep the weight of the box reasonable for a person to easily move! (Maximum weight 40 lbs).
• Label your box contents: e.g. 10 Health Kits; 7 School Kits etc.
• DO NOT LEAVE BOXES OUTSIDE THE BUILDINGS! They may be weather damaged, ruining your donations. Storage Room is downstairs, so person delivering must be able to carry boxes down to the storage area.
• Processing & shipping fees of $2 - $3 per Kit are needed. These donations help defray the costs of shipping items worldwide. An envelope will be available at the depot site to mail your contribution. Contributions toward shipping fees are always needed and appreciated!!

Directions to Depot

• Take Garden State Pkwy (Partial toll road)
• Take Exit 114 toward Holmdel/Middletown
• Coming from the South: Turn right at CR-52/Red Hill Rd
• Coming from the North: Turn left at CR-52/Red Hill Rd
• Turn left at CR-52/Van Schoick Rd
• Turn right at Holland Rd
• Turn left at Red Hill Rd Turn right at Kings Hwy, proceed to 69 Kings Hwy (.4 miles) Church will be on your left. There is a large cut out from the road right in front of the church buildings and a large sign: OLD FIRST CHURCH.

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• Visit the CWS Kits page for instructions on assembling and shipping your kits.
  
  
• Order materials online or phone our national service center, 1-800-297-1516
  
  
• School Bag Pattern to make a bag for School Kits.
  
  
• Baby sweater pattern for the Baby Kit
  
  
• Baby gown pattern for the Baby Kit

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