Essential Items for Families: Tier 1 Request Catalog

Overview

This article covers the specific categories of needs you can include in a CarePortal Tier 1 request, along with estimated costs for each item. From baby gates and cribs to car seats and couches, you’ll see how you can meet practical needs in meaningful ways.

Intended Audience

Agency Leaders, CarePortal Network Leaders

Included in This Article

• What are Tier 1 Requests?
• What Specific Needs Can Be Added to a Tier 1 Request?
• Tier 1 Request Catalog Items
• How Is the Estimated Cost Calculated?

What are Tier 1 Requests?

Physical Needs. Examples: Beds, Diapers, Clothes, Home or Car Repairs, Utility Assistance

Tier 1 requests focus on meeting physical needs such as beds, diapers, clothing, home or car repairs, and utility assistance. These are tangible ways for anyone to get involved in caring for vulnerable children and families, making it an ideal starting point for those looking to serve. Families in need of these items are often facing crisis, poverty, or temporary financial challenges.

For churches, responding to Tier 1 requests offers a direct opportunity to provide practical support, with the process being customizable to fit each church's preferences and clearance procedures through their account settings.

From an agency perspective, Tier 1 requests involve providing essential services and items without requiring anything beyond a signed release of information from the client or caregiver, allowing community responders or church members to connect directly with the family in need.

Feel free to check out this article for more information on the spectrum of needs that can be submitted through CarePortal.

What Specific Needs Can Be Added to a Tier 1 Request from the CarePortal Request Catalog?

When submitting a CarePortal Tier 1 request, Agency Workers have access to a broad catalog of items that are commonly requested by families in need. This catalog includes categories such as baby items, beds & bedding, furniture & appliances, car seats, and more. Each item has an estimated cost, which can be adjusted by the Agency Worker based on the family's unique needs. The flexibility within this catalog allows for a wide range of tangible and financial assistance requests. The categories of items to choose from include:

• Baby Items: Includes strollers, baby monitors, diapers, and more.
• Beds & Bedding: Cribs, mattresses, pillows, bed frames, etc.
• Car Seats: Booster seats, infant seats, and travel systems.
• Financial Assistance: Rent assistance, utility bill support, and more.
• Furniture & Appliances: Couches, dressers, refrigerators, and other home essentials.
• Kitchen & Dining: Dish sets, bakeware, and kitchen utensils.
• Miscellaneous: Clothing, laptops, school supplies, and groceries.
• Safety & Cleaning: Smoke detectors, medical lock boxes, and vacuum cleaners.
• Services: Home repairs, legal help, car repairs, and extermination services.

Tier 1 Request Catalog

Here is the complete list of items available in the Tier 1 Request Catalog:

*Looking for a specific item? Use Ctrl+F on your keyboard to quickly search the table and locate what you're looking for!

Category	Item Description	Estimated Cost
Baby Items	Baby Formula	$- Custom
Baby Items	Baby Gate	$60
Baby Items	Baby Monitor	$50
Baby Items	Baby Walker	$50
Baby Items	Diapers & Wipes	$- Custom
Baby Items	Double Stroller	$175
Baby Items	High Chair	$85
Baby Items	Pack-n-Play	$85
Baby Items	Single Stroller	$75
Baby Items	Triple Stroller	$550
Baby Items	Various Baby Supplies	$- Custom
Baby Items	Video Monitor	$75
Beds & Bedding	Crib Frame	$160
Beds & Bedding	Crib Mattress	$70
Beds & Bedding	Crib Sheets	$20
Beds & Bedding	Full Bed Frame	$235
Beds & Bedding	Full Bedding Set	$100
Beds & Bedding	Full Comforter/Blanket	$85
Beds & Bedding	Full/Double Bed Sheets	$30
Beds & Bedding	Full/Double Box Spring	$95
Beds & Bedding	Full/Double Mattress	$200
Beds & Bedding	Full/Double Mattress Protector	$25
Beds & Bedding	Pillow	$15
Beds & Bedding	Queen Bed Frame	$320
Beds & Bedding	Queen Bed Sheets	$35
Beds & Bedding	Queen Bedding Set	$100
Beds & Bedding	Queen Box Spring	$110
Beds & Bedding	Queen Comforter/ Blanket	$100
Beds & Bedding	Queen Mattress	$230
Beds & Bedding	Queen Mattress Protector	$30
Beds & Bedding	Toddler Bed Frame	$195
Beds & Bedding	Toddler Bed Sheets	$20
Beds & Bedding	Toddler Bedding Set	$50
Beds & Bedding	Toddler Comforter/Blanket	$50
Beds & Bedding	Toddler Mattress	$70
Beds & Bedding	Twin Bed Frame	$235
Beds & Bedding	Twin Bed Sheets	$25
Beds & Bedding	Twin Bedding Set	$50
Beds & Bedding	Twin Box Spring	$95
Beds & Bedding	Twin Comforter/Blanket	$65
Beds & Bedding	Twin Mattress	$175
Beds & Bedding	Twin Mattress Protector	$20
Beds & Bedding	Twin/Full Bunk Bed Frame	$300
Beds & Bedding	Twin/Twin Bunk Bed Frame	$275
Car Seats	Booster Car Seat	$30
Car Seats	Booster Car Seat with Back	$80
Car Seats	Infant Car Seat	$160
Car Seats	Toddler/Convertible Car Seat	$200
Car Seats	Travel System (Car Seat & Stroller)	$300
Custom Financial	Custom Financial	$- Custom
Custom Tangible	Custom Tangible	$- Custom
Financial Assistance	Rent Assistance	$- Custom
Financial Assistance	Utility Bill Assistance	$- Custom
Furniture & Appliances	Couch	$400
Furniture & Appliances	Dresser	$150
Furniture & Appliances	Dresser For a Boy	$150
Furniture & Appliances	Dresser For a Girl	$150
Furniture & Appliances	Electric Dryer	$650
Furniture & Appliances	Electric Space Heater	$60
Furniture & Appliances	Electric Stove	$600
Furniture & Appliances	Gas Dryer	$700
Furniture & Appliances	Gas Stove	$720
Furniture & Appliances	Kitchen Table with Chairs	$350
Furniture & Appliances	Loveseat/Chair	$250
Furniture & Appliances	Microwave	$85
Furniture & Appliances	Refrigerator	$960
Furniture & Appliances	Washer	$600
Furniture & Appliances	Window/Portable AC Unit	$225
Kitchen & Dining	Baking Bakeware Set	$50
Kitchen & Dining	Bowls Set of 4	$20
Kitchen & Dining	Cups Set of 6	$20
Kitchen & Dining	Dish Towels Set of 4	$25
Kitchen & Dining	Plates Set of 4	$22
Kitchen & Dining	Silverware 20-piece set for 4	$35
Kitchen & Dining	Stovetop Pots & Pans Cookware Set	$150
Miscellaneous	Bus Pass	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Clothes for a Child/Children	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Clothes for an Adult	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Gas Card	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Groceries	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Laptop Computer	$400
Miscellaneous	School Backpack	$40
Miscellaneous	Supplies	$- Custom
Miscellaneous	Tablet Computer	$200
Miscellaneous	Vehicle	$- Custom
Safety & Cleaning	Carbon Monoxide Detector	$30
Safety & Cleaning	Child-Proofing Items	$- Custom
Safety & Cleaning	Cleaning Supplies	$- Custom
Safety & Cleaning	Face Masks for Adult(s)	$20
Safety & Cleaning	Face Masks for Children	$20
Safety & Cleaning	Fire Extinguisher	$55
Safety & Cleaning	Medical Lock Box	$25
Safety & Cleaning	Plastic Storage Drawers	$50
Safety & Cleaning	Smoke Detector	$25
Safety & Cleaning	Storage Bin	$15
Safety & Cleaning	Vacuum Cleaner	$100
Services	Car Repair	$- Custom
Services	Cleaning Service	$- Custom
Services	Dumpster Haul Away	$- Custom
Services	Extermination	$- Custom
Services	Home Repairs	$- Custom
Services	HVAC Repairs	$- Custom
Services	Legal Help	$- Custom
Services	Medical/Dental	$- Custom
Services	Plumbing Repairs	$- Custom
Services	Roofing Repairs	$- Custom

How Is the Estimated Cost Calculated?

We know that prices can vary, so we’ve got you covered! The estimated costs in the catalog are based on ongoing market research from popular retailers like Walmart, Amazon, Wayfair, and Target. Our team, made up of CarePortal Network Leaders and users, regularly updates these prices to keep things fair and accurate.

Plus, Agency Workers can adjust the value of items to better fit the specific needs of each family. Need more info on how these costs are calculated? Check out this article.