Thrivent
Cause Kit™
Give the gift of light and clean water to communities around the world. A Thrivent Cause Kit is a pre-packaged volunteer experience to help you make an impact right from your home.
Volunteerism made easy
A Thrivent Cause Kit is carefully assembled to include all the necessary tools and instructions to ensure you can make a difference in a way that is simple and stress-free. Consider inviting your friends or family to join you in giving back. Choose from two kits: A water filter build or solar light build. As a Thrivent client with membership, you can request one kit per year.
4 simple steps
1. Request your free Thrivent Cause Kit
2. Watch your doorstep for your kit delivery
We’ll send your pre-packaged kit ready to be assembled.
3. Build water filters or solar lights
Assemble your kit contents by following the instructions. Everything needed is included to complete the kit in an hour or two.
4. Send the kit back
Use the prepaid label to send your completed kit back for distribution where it’s needed most.
Thrivent Cause Kit Options
Water Filter Build
Thrivent is proud to partner with Wine To Water, an organization providing sustainable water solutions to communities around the world. Each water filter provides clean water to 12 people for 10 years.
Your kit includes:
Your kit includes:
- 3 water filters to assemble.
- Step-by-step assembly instructions.
- A return mailing label.
Solar Light Build
Thrivent is proud to partner with SolarBuddy, an organization providing solar lighting solutions to children and families living in energy poverty. Each light provides 7,300 extra study hours and lasts over 10 years.
Your kit includes:
Your kit includes:
- 3 solar lights to assemble.
- Step-by-step assembly instructions.
- A return mailing label.
Frequently asked questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions about a Thrivent Cause Kit.
Who can order a Thrivent Cause Kit?
All Thrivent clients with benefit or associate membership are eligible to request one kit per calendar year.
Does it cost anything?
No, when Thrivent clients with membership volunteer their time to complete a Thrivent Cause Kit, all expenses and shipping costs are covered.
How do I return my assembled kit?
Each kit includes a prepaid return label. Once completed, place the assembled items, notes and tools back into the original box. Apply the prepaid return label over the existing shipping label and drop off the box at your local post office. Please return your kit as soon as possible to ensure timely distribution.
How long do I have to assemble my kit?
We recommend completing the project as soon as possible after you receive your kit to ensure our partners can distribute the items promptly to the areas where they are needed most.
Who is Thrivent partnering with?
The water filter build is brought to you in partnership with Wine To Water. Wine To Water is a global non-profit preserving life and dignity through the power of clean water. Learn more at wtw.org . The solar light build is brought to you in partnership with SolarBuddy. SolarBuddy creates awareness and tackles the issues surrounding energy poverty by gifting innovative, sustainable solutions to illuminate the future of all children. Learn more at solarbuddy.org
Why does Thrivent offer these kits to clients with membership?
The Thrivent Cause Kit is one of many ways our members can volunteer to make an impact in the causes and communities they care about. Generosity is a core part of who we are.
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What skill level is required to assemble the Thrivent Cause Kit, and are any tools needed?
Both builds are designed for easy assembly and any tools needed are included with the kit. The Solar Light Build involves steps that require fine motor skills. Instructions are included in both kits, making the process simple and straightforward.
Wouldn’t it be more efficient to have the kits assembled by professionals or the recipients themselves?
Efficiency is important and multi-faceted. Our partners (Wine To Water and SolarBuddy) have thoughtfully designed these programs to balance impact and cost—not only to deliver solutions, but to maximize the reach, sustainability and long-term effectiveness of humanitarian efforts.
By participating, you’re not just assembling a kit—you’re modeling kindness, raising awareness, building human connection and inspiring others to take action, amplifying the impact far beyond a single event. While one kit may seem small, the collective impact is significant. Thrivent clients have assembled thousands of solar lights and water filters, providing essential resources to communities worldwide.
By participating, you’re not just assembling a kit—you’re modeling kindness, raising awareness, building human connection and inspiring others to take action, amplifying the impact far beyond a single event. While one kit may seem small, the collective impact is significant. Thrivent clients have assembled thousands of solar lights and water filters, providing essential resources to communities worldwide.
Where will the materials be sent? Who will be receiving the items?
Both organizations will ship the completed items to wherever there is the greatest need worldwide.
How is a Thrivent Cause Kit different from a Thrivent Action Team?
A Thrivent Cause Kit comes with all the materials you need to complete a service activity at home. Once complete, the kit is returned directly to the partner organization for distribution using the prepaid shipping label. Thrivent provides the idea and all the materials to complete a service activity at home.
A Thrivent Action Team is a group of community members led by a Thrivent client to complete a fundraiser, educational event or service activity. You submit your project idea through an application. Once approved, we send out your Thrivent Action Kit, which includes resources you need to get started—including up to $250 in seed money.
A Thrivent Action Team is a group of community members led by a Thrivent client to complete a fundraiser, educational event or service activity. You submit your project idea through an application. Once approved, we send out your Thrivent Action Kit, which includes resources you need to get started—including up to $250 in seed money.
Can a client lead a Thrivent Action Team and request a Thrivent Cause Kit?
Yes, eligible clients can participate in both programs.