Shipping Containers for Nonprofits & Humanitarian Aid
Store food, water, and medical kits securely in disaster-prone or remote areas.
Nonprofit organizations and humanitarian groups around the world are turning to freight shipping containers—also known as cargo containers or intermodal containers—as a flexible, durable, movable, and cost-effective solution for emergency response, supply storage, mobile outreach, and community development projects.
Whether you’re coordinating disaster relief, operating in underserved regions, or supporting local aid programs, our 20 ft. and 40 ft. shipping containers offer secure, weather-resistant, and quickly deployable space that can be customized to fit your mission. These modular container solutions are ideal for organizations needing mobile infrastructure, safe storage, or temporary facilities in urgent or remote conditions.
At Container Sales Group, we proudly partner with nonprofits, NGOs, faith-based organizations, and international aid groups, delivering new, used, and specialized freight containers for relief, recovery, and community outreach across the U.S. and beyond. Our team works closely with procurement officers, logistics coordinators, and program managers to provide fast quotes, clear documentation, and dependable delivery—helping you focus on what matters most: your mission.
Common Uses for Shipping Containers in Humanitarian Work
Emergency Supply Storage
Store food, water, and medical kits securely in disaster-prone or remote areas.
Mobile Clinics & Outreach Units
Convert containers into medical stations, classrooms, or hygiene facilities for on-the-go services.
Donation & Distribution Hubs
Use containers as collection and sorting centers during community drives or emergencies.
Transitional & Emergency Housing
Repurpose containers into safe, affordable shelters for individuals in need.
Pop-Up Community Centers
Create flexible spaces like food pantries, youth programs, or job training sites using modified containers.
Why Containers Work for Nonprofits
- Modular, scalable, and rapidly deployable
- Ideal for remote regions and disaster zones
- Easily converted into mobile infrastructure
- Weatherproof and theft-resistant storage
- Low overhead for long-term humanitarian operations
- Excellent fit for grant-funded and donor-supported projects
FAQs: Shipping Containers for Humanitarian & Nonprofit Use
Q: Can shipping containers be used for emergency shelters or clinics?
A: Yes, containers can be modified with insulation, windows, HVAC, and interior finishes to serve as mobile clinics, emergency shelters, or field offices.
Q: What size container is best for nonprofit use?
A: Both 20 ft. containers (compact and mobile) and 40 ft. containers (more capacity) work well depending on your storage or facility needs.
Q: How fast can you deliver containers for relief efforts?
A: We offer expedited nationwide delivery, and our team will coordinate with you to meet urgent timelines—especially during emergencies.
Q: Do you offer discounts for nonprofit or mission-based work?
A: We frequently work with nonprofits and humanitarian missions and are happy to discuss options for volume orders.
Q: Can containers be repurposed for long-term community projects?
A: Absolutely. Many organizations use containers for ongoing community centers, educational outreach, storage, or housing initiatives.
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Purchasing Questions
How do I order a container?
Once you decide the size of the container and if you need delivery, we will email you an invoice to purchase with the following provided information: Name/Company Name, Billing & Delivery Address, Email Address and how to position the container on the delivery truck (container doors sliding off back of truck and hitting ground first or last). Upon receipt of your payment, either delivery will be scheduled or we will provide you with pick up/release information which is the depot facility address & pick up number.
How do I make payment?
Do you offer financing?
Do you rent containers?
Is there sales tax on the purchase of a shipping container?
Delivery Questions
What is the delivery process?
Once we receive payment on your invoice to purchase a container and agree on a delivery date. The truck driver will call the contact you provided us once the container is loaded on the truck to advise he is on his way to your location.
How much does it cost to deliver a container?
Delivery depends on the distance of your location from where we store our containers. Call our office at 708 627-2725 and we will provide you with a delivery quote.
How much space is required for delivery?
Containers are typically delivered with a tilt-bed roll off truck. The driver tilts the bed up and the container slowly slides off onto the ground as the driver then pulls out from under the container. For a 20ft long storage container, you will need about 75ft of straight line clearance. For a 40ft long storage container, the truck and trailer will need about 110ft of straight line clearance.
What kind of site preparation is needed?
We will deliver on cement, pavement, asphalt, gravel, grass & dirt, provided the surface is not too soft. However, we strongly recommend that you choose a site that is as level as possible. If the storage container is not level, the container doors may be hard to open and close. The surface area where you place your container should also have adequate drainage to avoid sinking.
