On September 22nd and 29th we will be collecting completed UMCOR Hygiene Kits.
The materials list and directions on how to put the kit together are listed below.
One hand towel (15 x 25 –17 x 27 inches)
No kitchen, cleaning, or microfiber towels
One washcloth
No kitchen, cleaning, or microfiber towels
One comb
Must be sturdy with at least 6 inches of teeth
No pocket combs or picks
Rattail and combs without handles are acceptable but
must have at least 6 inches of teeth
One toenail or fingernail clipper
No emery boards or metal nail files
Bath-size soap (3 oz. bar or larger)
No Ivory or Jergen’s soap
Do not remove from packaging
One adult toothbrush
Do not remove from packaging
Personal advertising not acceptable
10 adhesive bandages (¾ by 3 inches)
Common household bandages acceptable
One one-gallon size re-sealable bag
HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE KITS!
- Lay hand towel flat on a table.
- Lay the washcloth in the center of the hand towel.
- Place all remaining items on top of the washcloth (except the plastic bag).
- Fold the sides of the hand towel to cover the items.
- Grasp the bundle tightly and roll over the remainder of the towel.
- Place the tightly rolled bundle in the plastic bag, remove air, and seal.