April 26, 2012

I would love to give a shout out to two organizations that are absolutely amazing. If you are a Peace Corps Volunteer looking for an easy way to get supplies or if you are looking for an organization to give a donation towards, check out Darien Book Aid and Medwish.

Darien Book Aid is accepting books and monetary donations. Peace Corps Volunteers can request specific materials based on community-need and student comprehension and this service (including shipment to your site) is free. This was an extremely fast service and soon I had a box delivered to my school with books for every age.

MedWish is accepting volunteers, medical supplies, and monetary donations. Peace Corps Volunteers can request medical supplies and other heath station supplies. The materials are free but you will have to pay for shipping to your site. If you have a friend or family member coming to visit, they offer a Pick-Up/Mail service where you can have your visitor bring the supplies over with them which saves on international mailing costs.

Both organizations were very personable and helpful through the process. Check out their websites below for more information.