NJT UC Santa Barbara is a Not Just Tourists student club at UC Santa Barbara, California. Members collect donated medical supplies, pack them into suitcases and connect travelers with clinics in communities that need them. Not Just Tourists started in 1990 and has since sent over 10,000 suitcases and 2,500,000 lbs of medical supplies to 112 countries. NJT is run entirely by volunteers.
Donate Medical Supplies in UC Santa Barbara
Have unused or surplus medical supplies at home, or at a clinic, pharmacy or hospital? NJT accepts supplies such as gauze, bandages, dressings, gloves, syringes, IV kits, stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and other clinical equipment, plus empty full-sized suitcases. We cannot accept medicines, narcotics or other controlled substances, clothing, expired liquids or medical waste.
To donate, fill out the UC Santa Barbara donation form. NJT UC Santa Barbara will email you the next steps for dropping off or arranging pickup of your donation.
Volunteer in UC Santa Barbara
No medical experience is needed. Volunteers sort donated supplies, pack suitcases for travelers, pick up and drop off donations, host suitcase drives and help spread the word. Fill out the UC Santa Barbara volunteer form and the team will be in touch.
Take Medical Supplies Overseas From UC Santa Barbara
Traveling soon? Make your trip count by carrying a suitcase of donated medical supplies to a clinic at your destination. NJT provides the packed suitcase, the supplies and a letter explaining the donation, and can suggest clinics in many destinations. Read what other travelers experienced on our Traveler Stories page, then apply on the UC Santa Barbara Take Supplies page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I donate medical supplies in UC Santa Barbara?
Complete the UC Santa Barbara donation form and NJT UC Santa Barbara will send you drop-off or pickup details.
Can I donate medications?
No. NJT cannot accept medicines, narcotics or other controlled substances.
Do I need medical training to volunteer?
No. Volunteers come from all walks of life, and no medical experience is needed.
How do I take a suitcase of medical supplies on my trip?
Apply on the UC Santa Barbara Take Supplies page. NJT will prepare a suitcase for your destination and help you find a clinic to deliver it to.
Contact NJT UC Santa Barbara
- Email: ucsb@njt.net