Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors: a couple moving in to King’s Square Apts in Hyattsville, MD

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan refugee couple. Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family.

Please sign up below and drop off your items at the apartment in Hyattsville, MD on Saturday, January 29th between 11 am and 12 pm. The specific apartment address will be provided when you sign up.    Please drop off ONLY what you have signed up for on the signup sheet!  (more is not better, in this case.  Thank YOU!)

The apartment setup will take place Saturday, from 11 to 1:30 pm  Due to COVID there will be very limited spots to help with the setup.  If you would like to help with the setup and are fully vaxed and boosted, and willing to stay masked while in the apartment, please signup below to volunteer (scroll down to the bottom of signup).

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION: We have learned from recent experience that setup dates, once set, can shift and even be canceled for reasons beyond our control. Please be sure to check your text and email for updates/changes, particularly the day/evening before and even the morning of the setup. If and when changes happen, we will let you know as soon as we do. Please be sure to include your cell phone number in the signup.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked while inside the apartment. If you are feeling sick or have a fever on the day of setup, please let us know and do not come to the site. In addition, we are asking that only those individuals who sign up for setup come into the apartment. If you are dropping off items (and not helping with setup), we ask that you either carry your items to the door or pull up so that setup volunteers can carry your things into the apartment.  **Thank you for understanding. 

If you have questions, you can reach Deb by email at debolang@gmail.com or by text at 301-792-3708, and Julie by email at juliegarel@me.com or by text at 757-639-7702.

Many, many thanks! – Julie, Deb, and the whole incredible KindWorks Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors in Montgomery Village (including their newborn baby boy!)

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan of 6 in Rockville, MD. In addition to mom and dad, there are 2 daughters (aged 7 and 3 years), and two sons (5 years old and an absolute newborn, expected May 16th!).  Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home for this growing family! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated.   Let make sure that by the week after their baby is born, they have what they need to really feel at home in their new space! 

IMPORTANT: Decorating Tip: Mom loves grey, navy and burgundy and has some beautiful large living room sitting pillows in those colors.  

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use full or king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked.

The setup lead for this project is Julia.  If you have questions, you can reach Julia by email at juliaaldenwong@gmail.com or by text at (415) 722-3560‬.

Many, many thanks! – Julia, Deb and the Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

Home Setup (drop-off) for our new Afghan neighbors – Hadi’s family of 5 in Rockville, MD

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan refugee family of 5 in Rockville, MD. In addition to mom and dad, there are 3 sons, aged 8 and 7 years, and 8 months.

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family.   Let make sure that by next weekend this family has what they need to really feel at home in their new space!

We will not be setting up the apartment – as the family is already here and will be doing that.   Once you signup, you will receive a confirmation email that will share the family’s contact information and address.  Please arrange directly to drop off your items almost any time from now through Jan 30th.   

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked.

The project lead for this project is Julie.  If you have questions, you can reach Julie by email at juliegarel@me.com or by text at 757-639-7702.

Many, many thanks! – Julie, Deb and the Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors when doing an actual drop off and (copy)setup

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan refugee family of nine. In addition to mom and dad, there are three sons (ages 17, 10, and nearly 3) and four daughters (ages 14, 13, 8, and 7).

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family.

Please sign up below and drop off your items at the apartment in Silver Spring on Tuesday, November 30th between 10 am and 12 pm. The specific apartment address will be provided when you sign up.   If you are signed up to bring smaller items (other than furniture) and it turns out you can’t deliver that day, you can drop off your items in advance on Sunday 11.28 or Monday 11.29 at one of the below addresses. Please drop off ONLY what you have signed up for on the signup sheet!  (more is not better, in this case.  Thank YOU!)

  • 4909 Cumberland Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD
  • 8925 Charred Oak Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817
  • 321 Reserve Gate Terrace, Silver Spring, MD 20905
  • 1700 Highland Drive, Silver Spring, MD
  • 5872 Marbury Road, Bethesda, MD 20817
  • 13709 Charity Court, Germantown, MD  20874

These setups are made possible by the kindness of volunteers who bring or have items delivered to the apartment  (or to the above-designated drop-off locations for smaller items).  

The apartment setup will take place Tuesday, from 12 to 2 pm (immediately after drop-off hours).  If you would like to help during the drop-off and/or setup hours, please signup below to volunteer (scroll down to the bottom of signup).

Alternatively or in addition, please consider a donation to support KindWorks Home Setups

DONATE NOW!

 

 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION: We have learned from recent experience that setup dates, once set, can shift and even be canceled for reasons beyond our control. Please be sure to check your email for updates/changes, particularly the day/evening before and even the morning of the setup. If and when changes happen, we will let you know as soon as we do. Please be sure to include your cell phone number in the signup.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

IF THE SIGNUP IS ALREADY FULL . . .  If you have bikes in working condition for adults or children, sewing machines, or computers/laptops that can be refurbished AND the signup for these items is already full, please email Deb at deb.lang@DoKindWorks.org. Also, if you have sturdy, easy to assemble bunk beds, a sofa (no sleeper sofas please), a dining table or a large dresser that you would like to donate but are unable to deliver,  please email Alison at alisonmcurtis@msn.com so that she can reach out to you about donating your item(s) for this or future setup (please do not sign up to bring any of these items unless you can deliver directly or have coordinated with Alison).

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked while inside the apartment. If you are feeling sick or have a fever on the day of setup, please let us know and do not come to the site. In addition, we are asking that only those individuals who sign up for setup come into the apartment. If you are dropping off items (and not helping with setup), we ask that you either carry your items to the door or pull up so that setup volunteers can carry your things into the apartment.  **Thank you for understanding. 

The setup leads for this project are Deb and Jean.  If you have questions, you can reach Deb by email at debolang@gmail.com or by text at 301-792-3708, and Jean by email at jeanschlesinger99@gmail.com or by text at 202-257-5197.

Many, many thanks! – Jean, Deb, Kristen , Alison, and Jennifer, KindWorks Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors: Family of 9

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan refugee family of nine. In addition to mom and dad, there are three sons (ages 17, 10, and nearly 3) and four daughters (ages 14, 13, 8, and 7).

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family.

Please sign up below and drop off your items at the apartment in Silver Spring on Tuesday, November 30th between 10 am and 12 pm. The specific apartment address will be provided when you sign up.   If you are signed up to bring smaller items (other than furniture) and it turns out you can’t deliver that day, you can drop off your items in advance on Sunday 11.28 or Monday 11.29 at one of the below addresses. Please drop off ONLY what you have signed up for on the signup sheet!  (more is not better, in this case.  Thank YOU!)

  • 4909 Cumberland Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD
  • 8925 Charred Oak Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817
  • 321 Reserve Gate Terrace, Silver Spring, MD 20905
  • 1700 Highland Drive, Silver Spring, MD
  • 5872 Marbury Road, Bethesda, MD 20817
  • 13709 Charity Court, Germantown, MD  20874

These setups are made possible by the kindness of volunteers who bring or have items delivered to the apartment  (or to the above-designated drop-off locations for smaller items).  

The apartment setup will take place Tuesday, from 12 to 2 pm (immediately after drop-off hours).  If you would like to help during the drop-off and/or setup hours, please signup below to volunteer (scroll down to the bottom of signup).

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION: We have learned from recent experience that setup dates, once set, can shift and even be canceled for reasons beyond our control. Please be sure to check your email for updates/changes, particularly the day/evening before and even the morning of the setup. If and when changes happen, we will let you know as soon as we do. Please be sure to include your cell phone number in the signup.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

IF THE SIGNUP IS ALREADY FULL . . .  If you have bikes in working condition for adults or children, sewing machines, or computers/laptops that can be refurbished AND the signup for these items is already full, please email Deb at deb.lang@DoKindWorks.org. Also, if you have sturdy, easy to assemble bunk beds, a sofa (no sleeper sofas please), a dining table or a large dresser that you would like to donate but are unable to deliver,  please email Alison at alisonmcurtis@msn.com so that she can reach out to you about donating your item(s) for this or future setup (please do not sign up to bring any of these items unless you can deliver directly or have coordinated with Alison).

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked while inside the apartment. If you are feeling sick or have a fever on the day of setup, please let us know and do not come to the site. In addition, we are asking that only those individuals who sign up for setup come into the apartment. If you are dropping off items (and not helping with setup), we ask that you either carry your items to the door or pull up so that setup volunteers can carry your things into the apartment.  **Thank you for understanding. 

The setup leads for this project are Deb and Jean.  If you have questions, you can reach Deb by email at debolang@gmail.com or by text at 301-792-3708, and Jean by email at jeanschlesinger99@gmail.com or by text at 202-257-5197.

Many, many thanks! – Jean, Deb, Kristen , Alison, and Jennifer, KindWorks Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors: family of 5 in Centreville, VA

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a newly arrived refugee family!

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and will be so deeply appreciated by this family.

We will next be helping a family of 5 from Afghanistan consisting of parents, their 2 1/2 year old son, their brother-in-law, and a friend of his.  They are living in Centreville, VA.

We will not be setting up the apartment – the family is here and will be doing that.   You can arrange to drop off your items almost any time through Wednesday, Jan 19th, by contacting the family and finding a mutually convenient time.   

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

The project lead for this project is Julie.  If you have questions, you can reach Julie by email at juliegarel@me.com or by text at 757-639-7702.

Many, many thanks! – Julie, Deb and the Home Setups Team

 

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors: family of 5 in McLean, VA

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a newly arriving refugee family!

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and will be so deeply appreciated by this family.

We will next be helping a family of 5 from Afghanistan consisting of parents, their two daughters (one adult and one 14 year old) and one adult son, who will be moving into an apartment in McLean, VA next week!

This will be a bit different than previous home setups as we will not be setting up the apartment – the family is here and will be doing that.   We can arrange for you to drop off your items almost any time from Sunday, Dec 5th – through Saturday, Dec 11th.   

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

The setup lead for this project is Deb.  If you have questions, you can reach Deb by email at debolang@gmail.com or by text at 301-792-3708.

Many, many thanks! – Jean, Kristen , Alison, Jennifer and Deb, KindWorks Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

Next Home Setup for an Afghan family of 8 resettling in Rockville, MD (Nov 4, 2021)

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a newly arrived refugee family of eight! In addition to the mother of this wonderful family, there are four adult children and a daughter-in-law (ages 20 to 29), a son (age 15), and a daughter (age 12).

Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family.

Please sign up below and plan to drop off your items at the apartment in Rockville this Thursday, November 4th between 11 am and 12:30 pm.  The apartment setup will take place immediately following, from 12:30 to 3 pm on Thursday.  Please be sure to sign up below if you would like to help during the dropoff and/or setup hours.  The specific apartment address (in Rockville) will be provided when you sign up. 

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION: We have learned from recent experience that setup dates, once set, can shift and even be canceled for reasons beyond our control. Please be sure to check your email for updates/changes, particularly the day/evening before and even the morning of the setup. If and when changes happen, we will let you know as soon as we do. Please be sure to include your cell phone number in the signup.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin, full or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

IF THE SIGNUP IS ALREADY FULL . . .  Certain key items are needed for every setup or desired by nearly every family.  These items include, among others, simple twin beds frames that don’t require a box spring and can easily be assembled, bikes in working condition for adults and children, sewing machines, and computers/laptops (which can be cleaned and updated in advance by KindWorks volunteer refurbishers – see our Digital Empowerment Initiative). Sturdy, easy to assemble bunk beds are also regularly needed for larger families.  If you have any of these items and can deliver them – GREAT, please sign up to bring them! If the signup below for these items is full,  please email Alison Curtis at alisonmcurtis@msn.com so that she can track and reach out to you about donating your item(s) for a future setup.

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked while inside the apartment. If you are feeling sick or have a fever on the day of setup, please let us know and do not come to the site. In addition, we are asking that only those individuals who sign up for setup come into the apartment. If you are dropping off items (and not helping with setup), we ask that you either carry your items to the door or pull up so that setup volunteers can carry your things into the apartment.  **Thank you for understanding. 

The setup leads for this project are Jean and Kristen.  If you have questions, you can reach Jean by email at jeanschlesinger99@gmail.com or by text at 202-257-5197. You can reach Kristen by email at kweinberg@weinbergllc.com or by text at 301-257-7743.

Many, many thanks! – Jean, Kristen , Alison, Jennifer and Deb, KindWorks Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors:

KindWorks will prepare an apartment for an Afghan refugee family of SEVEN in Landover Maryland THIS THURSDAY, October 14th.   Help us make their new apartment a warm and welcoming home, filled with all that they will need to start their new lives together here!

Whether you are donating and dropping off items or helping to set up, your contribution is vital and greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance for donating with dignity your gently used (or new), quality furniture and furnishings. All items should be clean, unstained, and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free.

In order to make this large group effort as COVID safe as possible, we’re splitting the efforts into two distinct sessions on Thursday:

  • 10 am to noon for drop off and delivery, including ALL large pieces of furniture. (We might add additional drop-off hours Wednesday afternoon; if Thursday is not possible for you and Wednesday afternoon is, please let us know).
  • noon to 2:30 pm for apartment set up. IF you are bringing items OTHER THAN furniture and can’t get there until a little after noon, that can still work.

VOLUNTEERS: Only those individuals who are signed up for set-up work will be able to enter the apartment. If you are not signed up for set-up, please pull your car up (volunteers will be there to help) or carry your items to the door. Please note that ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated, and will need to be masked while inside the apartment.**Thank you for understanding. 

LINENS: Please label or tag all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and duvet covers) as twin, full or queen (we cannot use king-sized bedding) and bundle sets together. Linens, including towels, can be new or VERY GENTLY used (not cut, stained, torn, patched or worn).

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We do not currently have storage or the ability to accept other items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

Please email Jean (jeanschlesinger99@gmail.com)  if you have questions.

If you would like to participate but are unable to bring items or volunteer, please consider a financial donation in support of the KindWorks Refugee support HERE.

Many, many thanks! – Deb, Jean, Alison and Kristen (KindWorks Home Setups Team)

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage.

 

Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors: Family of 6

KindWorks will prepare an apartment for an Afghan refugee family in Riverdale, MD on Saturday, September 25 at noon.  They will receive support services through the IRC.  Help us make their new apartment a warm and welcoming home, filled with all that they will need to start their new lives together!

Come for an hour or two to unload and arrange furniture, organize the bedrooms and kitchen, put together and make beds, lay out toys and hang art. Many hands make light work and it’s a lot of fun!  Please note that all volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated, and will need to be masked while inside the apartment.**

Thank you for donating good, dignity quality furniture and furnishings. All items should be clean, unstained, and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke -free.

The total setup usually takes about 2.5 hours from start to finish, depending somewhat on the number of volunteers and the quantity of furniture.

Please email Jean (jeanschlesinger99@gmail.com)  if you have questions.

If you would like to participate but are unable to bring items or volunteer, please consider a financial donation in support of the KindWorks Refugee support HERE.

Many, many thanks! – Deb and Jean (KindWorks Home Setups Team)

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage.