Finished Sewing?

Get Ready To Ship Your Pads!

Reusable sanitary pads in a leopard print fabric

Assembling Your Pad Kits

3 reusable sanitary pads in a blue plaid fabric

Congratulations on finishing your pads! Now, let's get them ready for shipping. Watch our video with The Pad Project founder, Emma Stober, to learn the best way to assemble your kits securely. Once assembled place your kits in a sturdy box ready for shipping.

Packing Slip

The Pad Project compliment slips to include when mailing packages

After assembling and packing your kits, please download and print our packing slip. Record the number of pad kits and pairs of underwear enclosed. This helps our volunteers and aid organizations efficiently manage incoming donations.

a blue aeroplane cartoon with special delivery stamped on to a Too Little Children Package

Packed & ready to mail?

Too Little Children's Pad Project provides essential pad kits to women and girls in need, focusing on workplaces and high schools near Jemo House in Maseno, Kenya. Recognizing the global impact of period poverty, the project also collaborates with various aid organizations worldwide to expand distribution efforts.

To ensure efficient delivery, the mailing address for pad donations changes monthly, aligning with the current partner organization's distribution schedule. Please contact Caroline at caroline@toolittlechildren.org for the most up-to-date mailing address.

A red British post box

Mailing Options

Finding the most affordable shipping option involves a few important considerations.

Generally, smaller and lighter packages are cheaper to ship.

  • Distance: Shipping across the country will be more expensive than shipping within the same state.

  • Speed: Faster shipping options (like overnight) will cost more than slower methods.

Here are some general guidelines:

  • USPS: For small packages (under 1 pound) and short distances, USPS First Class Mail is often the most economical option.

  • USPS Flat Rate Boxes: For packages of a specific size and weight, regardless of the distance, USPS Flat Rate Boxes offer a fixed price.

  • USPS Priority Mail: This is a good option for packages between 1-10 pounds.

  • UPS Ground and FedEx Ground: For heavier packages (over 10 pounds) or longer distances, these services may be cheaper than USPS.

Save Money With

Pirate Ship

Pirate Ship is a free online shipping platform that allows you to compare rates from various carriers like USPS and UPS, including negotiated discounts. You can also pre-pay for shipping labels through Pirate Ship. Here's how to use it:

  1. Create an account: Visit the Pirate Ship website and sign up for a free account.

  2. Enter package details: Input information about your package, including its size, weight, origin zip code, and destination zip code.

  3. Compare rates: Pirate Ship will display shipping rates from multiple carriers, allowing you to choose the most economical option.

  4. Purchase a label: Once you've selected your preferred carrier and service, you can prepay for a shipping label directly through Pirate Ship using a credit card or debit card.

  5. Print the label: Print the label provided by Pirate Ship and attach it securely to your package.

  6. Drop it off: Schedule a pickup or drop off your package at the chosen carrier's location, depending on the service selected.

A collection of packages all stamped with the Too Little Children logo

When Shipping

  • Use recycled boxes whenever possible.

  • Weigh your package accurately to avoid paying for overestimated weight.

  • Consider consolidating multiple smaller packages into one larger one if it's cost-effective.

  • Ship during non-peak seasons when rates might be lower.

Remember: Pirate Ship and similar platforms can be a great way to compare rates and find the most economical shipping option. However, it's always recommended to double-check the carrier's website for any current promotions or special offers.