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💛 Join Us in Making a Difference

At KarePax Foundation, our mission is to bring comfort, hope, and care to those experiencing homelessness and hardship. As a community-driven nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of donors and the dedication of our volunteers to assemble care packs (“Pax”) filled with essential items and small gifts of encouragement.

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Every donation—whether it’s a toothbrush, a warm blanket, or a journal—helps remind someone that they are seen, valued, and loved. Your support makes it possible for us to continue providing these packs year-round to those in need across our community.

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Together, we can bring hope, dignity, and warmth to our unhoused neighbors.Join us in creating thoughtful care packages filled with love and essential supplies.

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What's In Our Pax?

Here is a list of the types of items we currently accept for our KarePax:

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Clothing & Warmth

  • Socks, underwear (new only)(Socks are vital so may consider gently used)

  • Gently used gloves / hats / scarves

  • Lightweight T-shirts

  • Winter undergarments / longjohns

  • Poncho or rain jacket

  • Blankets (new or gently used)

  • Towels (new or gently used)

  • Small blanket / towel

  • Thermal blankets

  • Baseball caps or beanies

  • Hand warmers

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​Nonessential but Enriching Items

Promote creativity, relaxation, and dignity — these items bring joy and self-expression.

  • New harmonicas

  • New paint sets / adult coloring books

  • New journals / pens

  • New gum / mints

  • Sunglasses

  • Workbooks / puzzle books

  • Bibles / uplifting reading material

  • Sleep masks

  • Ear plugs

  • Stress-relief squeeze balls

  • Flashlights

  • Mini sewing kits

Tips

  • Keep items travel-friendly.

  • Add a handwritten note or small message of encouragement — it makes a huge impact.

Hygiene & Self-Care

  • Shampoo / conditioner / body wash, lotion (new travel-size, used any size, and new empty travel-size containers)

  • Bar soap / body wipes

  • New toothbrush / toothpaste / travel-size mouthwash

  • Deodorant

  • Feminine hygiene products (pads / tampons / or new menstrual cups)

  • Wet wipes / hand sanitizer

  • New chapstick/ lip balm

  • Comb / brush

  • Disposable razors / shaving cream

  • Nail clippers

  • Laundry gift cards or quarters​

  • Dry shampoo​

  • Band-aids or mini first aid kits

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Food & Drink​

  • Non-perishable snacks (granola bars, trail mix/ nuts / crackers / protein bars etc.)

  • Crackers / peanut butter packs

  • Dried fruit / fruit cups

  • Instant oatmeal cups

  • Bottled water / Gatorade

  • Instant coffee / tea bags

  • Drink mixes

  • Chicken packets

  • SpaghettiOs

  • Canned chili

  • Canned soup

  • Reusable cutlery / napkins

  • Reusable water bottle (collapsible works great)

  • Ziplock bags (large /small) / reusable pouches

  • Foldable shopping bags

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Practical Items​

  • Backpacks / duffel bags (new or gently used)​

  • Reusable tote bag / drawstring backpack

  • Makeup bags / similar pouches

  • Gently used wallets

  • Small flashlight & batteries

  • Gift cards for haircuts

  • Gift cards for grocery stores

  • Gift cards for thrift stores

  • Gift cards for fast food places

  • Gift cards for laundry

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