For the first time in local history, on Aug. 13th the Orlando-area Bishop’s Storehouse of the Church of Latter-day Saints (LDS) opened its doors to the media as it launches the “Make It A Home” program for homeless individuals.
Through “Make It A Home,” LDS leaders and community volunteers assemble and deliver “Welcome Home” kits of food, hygiene and cleaning items to newly housed homeless individuals
In partnership with the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness (co-chaired by Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs), the faith community is mobilizing to help put homeless veterans, individuals and families on a path of hope and stability.
Move-in kits are vital for formerly homeless individuals, who are not able to provide basic necessities. The goal of showcasing the “Make It A Home Program” and Maxwell Terrace location is to spur other faith communities to develop similar programs, in partnership with the CFCH.
Welcome Home Food, Hygiene & Cleaning Items
Item Name
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Quantity
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Beef Stew
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24 Cans = 1 case
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Chili
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24 Cans = 1 case
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Pork & Beans
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24 Cans = 1 case
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Soup, Chicken Noodle
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24 Cans = 1 case
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Tuna
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48 Cans = 1 case
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Green Beans
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24 Cans = 1 case
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Applesauce (26.5 oz)
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12 bottles = 1 case
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Peaches
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12 cans = 1 case
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Boxes of Raisin Bran (18.7 oz)
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12 boxes = 1 case
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Bags of Honey Nut Scooter Cereal
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12 bags = 1 case
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Raspberry Jam
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3 squeeze bottles
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Strawberry Jam
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3 squeeze bottles
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Peanut Butter
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6 jars
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Honey
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1 bottle
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Spaghetti Sauce (26.5 oz)
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12 bottles = 1 case
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Spaghetti, dried
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12 bags
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Salsa (26.5 oz)
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2 jars
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Catsup
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2 bottles
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Mustard
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1 bottle
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Mayonaise/Salad Dressing
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1 jar
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Baking Soda
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1 box
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Cinnamon
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1 canister
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Sugar
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1, 5 lb bag
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Black Pepper
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1 box
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Salt, Iodized
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1 canister
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Vegetable Oil
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2 bottles
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Vinegar
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1 bottle
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Hot Cocoa Mix
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2 bags
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Toilet Paper
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48 rolls = 1 case
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General Purpose Spray Cleaner
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3 bottles
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Cleanser, powdered
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3 cans
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Dishwashing Liquid (hand)
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3 bottles
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Laundry Detergent, powdered
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3 boxes, 18 loads each
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Hand Soap
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10 bars
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Shampoo
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3 bottles
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Plastic Wrap
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2 boxes
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Razors, disposable
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3 each
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Shaving Cream
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3 cans
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Deodorant
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3 sticks
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Toothpaste
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3 tubes
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Toothbrush, Adult size
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2 brushes
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Women's Hygiene Add On:
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Sanitary Napkins, Regular
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3 boxes
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Tampons, Super
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3 boxes
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Packaged as a Total of 14 Boxes of Items
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