Prep Planner · Where to start
Prep Planner: What to Buy First, and When
Preparedness can feel overwhelming. Pick what you're preparing for and where you live, and the planner lays out the steps in order — water and first aid before extra gear — with a kit list and a savings plan to match your budget.
The 2-week framework follows common federal guidance, such as storing at least a gallon of water per person per day. Already know your weak spots? Use “Make this a priority” to move any area to the top.
Free interactive tool
Prep Budget & Kit Planner
Choose a framework, tell us about your home, and check off steps as you go. Everything is saved on this device.
What this calculator returns
- Step-by-step plan ordered by risk
- Progress for each area
- Your next step
- Rough cost left to finish
- Recommendations for renters, owners, apartments and acreage
- Kit timeline based on monthly savings
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