Donations

How to donate money

We can accept donations in cash, checks, or by credit card in order to buy the most appropriate supplies for a specific action, cover logistical expenses or replenish our stock. Donations of money to TRAM are tax-deductible.

To donate, visit http://thomasmertoncenter.org/contribute_to_the_tmc.htm.
Please be sure to designate the money for Three Rivers Action Medics.

How to donate supplies

We also love donations of supplies. You can mail or deliver medical supplies to:
        TRAM c/o Peter
        100 S 13th Street  Apt. 3
        Pittsburgh, PA 15203

We particularly like donations of the following:

  • Adhesive bandages (band-aids): various sizes
  • Sterile and non-sterile gauze pads: 2x2", 3x3", 4x4"
  • Sterile and non-sterile gauze bandage rolls: various sizes
  • Eye patches/pads
  • Vaseline gauze/occlusive dressing
  • Triangle bandages, cravats, strips of cloth, bandanas, safety pins
  • Medical or sports tape: various sizes
  • Instant heat packs
  • Instant cold packs
  • Elastic (ace) bandage rolls: 2”, 3”,5”
  • Antiseptic/betadine swabs and wipes
  • Non-sterile and sterile latex gloves
  • Non-sterile and sterile non-latex gloves (nitrile, nyplex or other equivalent)
  • Disposable menstrual pads
  • Disposable diapers (adult)
  • Instant glucose gel/tablets
  • Emergen-C™ electrolyte packets
  • Aspirin/ibuprofen (stamped/labeled pills/tablets)
  • Triple antibiotic ointment
  • Instant (no water) hand sanitizer
  • Candied ginger
  • Cough drops/lozenges
  • Energy bars (Luna™, Clif™, etc.)
  • Emergency ponchos
  • Emergency space blankets
  • “Zipper” or other closure plastic bags: various sizes
  • Plastic garbage bags
  • Biohazard bags
  • Penlights, flashlights, mini “MagLights”
  • Compasses
  • EMT shears, bandaging scissors
  • Hemostats
  • Splinter forceps
  • Tweezers
  • Thermometer, disposable thermometer shields
  • Permanent markers
  • Contact lens containers
  • Stethoscope
  • Blood pressure cuff
  • Pocket face masks (CPR)
  • Airway adjuncts
  • Tongue depressor
  • Tuning fork
  • Homeopathic Arnica Montana: 30x, topical gel/cream
  • Homeopathic Hypericum: 30x
  • Homeopathic Cantharis, Causticum: 30x
  • Bach Flower Essences Rescue Remedy™: tincture, spray, cream
  • Pop-top style plastic drinking squeeze bottles: 12+ oz.
  • Plastic flip or pop-top style bottles: 8 oz, 12 oz.
  • Mineral oil
  • Rubbing alcohol (71%)
  • Liquid antacid, regular flavor
  • Saline
  • Heavy duty paper/woven dust masks
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Swim goggles, safety goggles (fit over prescription glasses)
  • Blankets
  • Extra clothing (cold weather to warm weather)
  • Shoes, wool socks
  • Gloves, hats, mittens

**Please note: for safety reasons, we can only accept medications and treatment supplies that are over-the-counter and unopened. If you are unsure if you can donate something to us, please contact us.