Build a Kit

In disaster zones and low-income communities, Convoy of Hope delivers the kits you pack to thousands of people in need every year. Whether it’s one, five, or 500, Convoy of Hope takes great care to deliver kits put together by individuals, churches, and companies. If you are interested in building kits, please fill out the form below and a team member will reach out to you with instructions.

Register Your Kits Today

Register your kits so Convoy knows they are coming.

Hygiene Kit

Individual Kits

Show them you care.

By providing kits, you help children and their families around the world with basic needs. There is no minimum to how many you can send. Every kit matters to Convoy of Hope and the person who receives it. Download the instructions and fill out the form at the bottom of this page so we know you’ll be sending in kits.

Bulk Kits

More is more.
Pack kits in bulk.

Get your whole church, company, or organization together to make a difference. There are more kit options when you pack kits in bulk. Download the instruction sheets below and fill out the registration form and a member of our team will be in touch.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

If your question is not listed on this page, please email us at [email protected].

We do not provide the product, but we can provide information on the best places to purchase the product for your kits.

Please reach out to us at [email protected].

Registering your kit project is not a commitment, but it helps us track potential incoming kit donations and allows us to get in touch with you to help answer any questions.

You can build your kits based on the PDF instructions on the webpage; we are happy to walk through the process with you. A member of our team should be in touch with you shortly after you register, or you can email [email protected].

You are free to purchase supplies at any retailer of your choosing. For larger quantities, we can put you in touch with vendors where you can order the items needed for your kits.

Please email us at [email protected] and we will do our best to assist you in finding the right product for your kits.

Please pack the kits according to the instructions on the PDFs above. If you have questions, please email [email protected]

Please do not include notes or money in kits. Kits can be used in both domestic and international scenarios, and notes or money can cause logistical issues for our team in shipping and distribution.

Please use travel-size shampoo in the original bottle. This makes the kit less bulky and easier to transport for people who may be displaced due to a disaster.

Please use new, travel-size shampoo in the original bottle. The specific contents and ingredients of each kit are necessary for allergy concerns, distribution regulations, and protocols.

Toothbrushes must stay in their original packaging. For hygiene reasons, please do not place unpackaged or repackaged toothbrushes in kits, unless they are individually wrapped.

We appreciate your heart to help people, but please do not add extra items or substitute items. This can cause logistical issues for our team during processing and distribution.

Please email us at [email protected] and we will work to help you.

Yes! Our World Distribution Center is located in Springfield, Missouri, and we have a Regional Distribution Center in Sacramento, California. Please email us at [email protected] and we will work with you to find a time to drop off your kits.

If you are shipping 12 or fewer pallets, the shipping costs are your responsibility, but we can help with the arrangements. If you are making 13 pallets or more, we will enter into a deeper conversation with you about shipping arrangements. 

Please register your kits below on this page and we will email the shipping address to you.

Yes, delivery for our location is by appointment only. Please reach out to us at [email protected] for more information about shipping freight.

Please email us at [email protected] and a member of our team will get in touch with you about donations.

Yes! Please visit https://convoyofhope.org/donate/disaster-services/hygiene-kits/ to make a financial donation.

There is no minimum requirement for building kits. Please see the first set of instructions above for packing smaller numbers of kits.

We use these kits in multiple programs both domestically and internationally. Primarily, they are used in disaster relief for natural disasters or humanitarian disasters. They might also be utilized in our Rural Initiatives distributions or in our Global Program locations.

What We Do

COH Pattern

Why kits are important.

Hygiene Kits are more than soap and toothpaste, these kits convey a powerful message of care and support. They serve as a reminder to recipients that they are seen and valued. They help to restore dignity and provide a sense of community during difficult times. In essence, hygiene kits are a tangible expression of empathy and solidarity, letting people know that they are not alone.

Register

Register your kits.

Help us spread kindness and hope across the world.