ShelterBox is a non-profit organization that was founded by Tom Henderson, a member of Rotary International.

The organization provides immediate relief to victims of natural disasters across the globe. Shelter Box assembles and distributes emergency kits that contain the necessary tools to create temporary shelters for displaced families.

Typical elements of a shelter box include:

• an extremely durable tent
• blankets/sleeping bags
• water purification systems
• coloring books and school supplies for children
• a stove and cooking equipment

Each box costs around $1000 to assemble and distribute and can help a family of 6-10 live for 6 months.

ShelterBox allows disaster victims to begin rebuilding their lives.

For more information visit: www.shelterbox.org