All the Facebook messages and blog posts and re-tweets are great. But this is what the occupiers REALLY need to sustain. Boots on the mud, peeps. (This is from Occupy Portland, but I imagine the wish-list is similar everywhere). At the least, drop off some batteries and hand sanitizer!
URGENTLY NEEDED:
*WIFI HOT SPOT*
Folding Tables
Tarps
Tents
Huge Pots
Towels and Rags
Folding Tables
AAA Batteries
Seasonings (salt, pepper, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, fresh ginger, garlic, ground coriander, chilies, cinnamon, curry powder, lemons, soy sauce, braggs, vinegar, etc)
Battery Powered Lanterns
FOOD
Mugs
Funnel and Rubber Hose to Refill Water Containers
LIBRARY
Cardboard boxes
Spray paint
Couches!
Lanterns and Lights – Electric and Solar
Paint Brushes
Paint
Twine
Laptop Table Lock (to present TED TALKS)
INFO
Micro SD Chargers
Pillows (to create a rest lounge)
AAA Batteries (we have plenty of AA’s)
Flashlights
Scissors
Radios for Broadcasting Local Stations
Rubber Bands
MEDICAL
Biohazard Bags and Receptacles
Sealable Storage Tubs
Apple Cider Vinegar
Ace Bandages
Rubber Hot Water Bottles
GENERAL
Rope
Tools
Ladder
Large Bins
Car Batteries
Power Cables
Power Strips
Fan Belts
Alternators
KIDS VILLAGE
Socks
Rain Gear
Toys
Books
We will take any kid related items
MEDIA
Lanterns (no fire)
Lights
Hot Spots
External Batteries Energizer X18000
White Board
COMPONENTS FOR BICYCLE POWERED POWER GENERATOR VAN
Permanent Magnet Motors
Charge Controller
RV Car Batteries
Blocking Diodes
Bike Trainer Starts
Old Permanent Magnet Alternators
Belts
Cables
Pallets for Wood
Old Cheap Bikes
Gearbox