Delivering Donated Ostomy Supplies To People In Need

STEP 1: AVOID SENDING

We always appreciate donations, but we cannot accept certain supplies. Please keep this in mind when choosing items to donate.

  • Non-ostomy or non-wound medical supplies

  • Expired products

  • Manufacturer paperwork (brochures, booklets, handouts)

  • Soiled boxes or supplies

  • Loose items with unknown expiration dates

  • Opened powders, pastes, sprays, and deodorant bottles

  • Previously used travel bags, belts, and wraps

STEP 2: WHAT WE ACCEPT

New pouching systems (adult or pediatric) with LOT NUMBERS beginning with 3 or 4.

  • 1-piece drainable pouches (flat or convex)

  • 1-piece closed-end pouches (flat or convex)

  • 2-piece skin barriers (flat or convex)

  • 2-piece drainable pouches (clamp or velcro closure)

  • 2-piece closed-end pouches

  • Fistula and wound care supplies

Unused and unexpired ostomy accessories are also needed;

  • pouch clips

  • stoma paste

  • stoma powder

  • barrier rings

  • barrier sheets

  • barrier strips

  • barrier adhesive wipes or sprays

  • adhesive remover wipes or sprays

  • ostomy deodorant

  • hernia/ostomy support belts

STEP 3: EXPIRATION DATES

We know how costly shipping can be. To lighten the load, please do not send expired supplies. Expiration dates are noted on the original packaging.

We need supplies with LOT NUMBERS starting with 3 or 4.

STEP 4: HOW TO PACK

Please leave items inside their original packaging.

CAUTION: Consolidating supplies too tightly causes products to be damaged.
IMPORTANT: Use a sturdy cardboard box for packages over 20 pounds.

STEP 5: KEEP A RECORD

The Internal Revenue Code imposes the responsibility for estimating the value of non-cash contributions on the donor rather than the charity receiving the gift. Keep an itemized list for your records.

STEP 6: TAX RECEIPT

If you’d like a tax receipt, please include a note with your full name, mailing address, and email address.

For guidance, please refer to IRS Publication 526 for Charitable Contribution or contact your tax advisor with questions about itemizing non-cash donations for tax purposes.

STEP 7: WHERE TO SEND

Kindred Box
4653 Nall Rd, Suite 35
Farmers Branch, TX 75244

We have one location in Texas and no other states at this time.

DROP-OFFS MUST BE SCHEDULED

Do you live near Farmers Branch? Use the button below to schedule a drop-off.

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FAQs

  • Correct. Our sole focus is on ostomy and wound care supplies.

  • Always store ostomy supplies in a climate-controlled room to avoid damage. Please be aware that the adhesives made for ostomy products can become defective if stored in excessive heat or extremely cold temperatures.

  • info@kindredbox.org

  • Kindred Box
    4653 Nall Rd, Suite 35
    Farmers Branch, TX 75244