They’re here! Afghan refugees have arrived and are staying in local hotels until apartments are secured; our family assignment will come soon. In the meantime, THANK YOU for your heartfelt generosity. We plan to be ready with the absolute necessities by December 1st.

UPDATE – THESE NEEDS HAVE BEEN FULFILLED THANKS TO YOU!

1 Full and 2 twin sheet sets (new)

Mattress Pad: 1 full, 2 twin (new)

4 Standard bed pillows (new)

Towels (new)

Light bulbs

First aid kit w/thermometer

Batteries: AA and AAA

Flashlights with batteries

Mop, broom & dustpan

Umbrella

Kitchen scissors

Household tools kit (hammer, screwdrivers, etc.)

Trashcans: 2 small, 1 kitchen

As ever, smaller items can be left on the Summit House porch; to offer large or furniture items, please email details to refugeewelcome@uucharlottesville.org. Here’s the updated needs list.

This article sheds light on what these people are going through. Please keep their experiences in mind as you contribute what you can. Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts!