hygiene for all
DIGNITY SHOULDN’T BE A LUXURY: HELP FIGHT HYGIENE POVERTY
Everyone deserves to feel clean and confident
Hygiene is more than cleanliness. It is having the right items that allow you to care for your physical health, feel comfortable and empower well-being. But many in our community struggle to afford these items.
Hygiene poverty is a hidden issue impacting millions. Many families have to choose between putting food on the table or buying basic hygiene products. This lack of access can have serious consequences, impacting physical and mental health, job opportunities and social interactions.
Did you know that nearly 1 in 10 Twin Cities food shelf shoppers miss school, work or a community activity because they can’t afford personal hygiene products?*
Your donation helps bridge that gap. We partner with schools, food shelves and community nonprofits to distribute essential hygiene products to those struggling – restoring dignity and promoting well-being.
*Bridge to Basics Twin Cities Food Shelf Shopper Survey
Give the gift of dignity.
$0.33 is all it takes to get one hygiene item into the hands of someone who needs it most.
Consider becoming a monthly donor!
GRANTS FROM DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS (DAF) ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED
Thinking of making a gift from your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)? We’re grateful for your support!
Recommending a grant to Bridge to Basics from your DAF is a fantastic way to contribute to our mission of providing essential hygiene items to our community.
To donate using your donor-advised fund, please contact your fund administrator or log in to your DAF account and suggest Bridge to Basics as the recipient. They will then send the funds directly to us.
Thank you for helping us further our mission through your thoughtful giving!
I witness the daily struggle and negative impacts that lack of access to proper hygiene products has on our students. We are seeing the effects of hygiene insecurity in schools.
Mona Perkins
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Public School Administrator, Former Elementary School Principal, Board Member
hygiene for all
see the difference your donation makes
Your generosity provides essential hygiene products like shampoo, laundry detergent and menstrual products, allowing individuals and families to maintain good health.
Hygiene products boost confidence, allowing people to participate fully in work, school and social activities.
