Many moments stood out to us during our two-week journey, but the most touching was when a donor approached us to share her story of experiencing homelessness and hygiene insecurity
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As Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton continue to devastate communities across the southeast of the United States, families are dealing with not only the emotional toll of leaving their homes but also the financial burden that comes with evacuation. Unfortunately, in the rush to escape, many families don’t even have the time or space to think about packing basic hygiene toiletries.
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You might be surprised to learn that a significant number of firefighters, particularly federal wildland firefighters, live with limited income. These brave individuals often face housing instability, with some even experiencing homelessness.
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Despite significant progress in LGBTQ+ rights, healthcare inequalities remain a critical issue. LGBTQ+ individuals often face discrimination, lack of provider knowledge, and financial barriers when seeking medical care.
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Sharing the voices of our Bay Area Students - Local Bay Area volunteer and student, Sonali D., shares her research and thoughts on the inequities within Women's Healthcare and how Simply the Basics is working towards a solution.
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These seemingly small items make a world of difference in the lives of youth, providing them with the comfort and dignity they deserve. Through our partnership, we are able to ensure that these items are readily available when needed, making a tangible impact on the well-being of those we serve.
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Volunteering is more than just lending a helping hand; it's a powerful expression of empathy, solidarity, and community.
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We are thrilled to award them with this grant and essential supplies to further hygiene access in their community. Access to menstrual products isn't just about hygiene—it's about health, confidence, education, and empowerment.
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Simply the Basics has a goal to make hygiene care more accessible and more equitable. This means it is imperative that we focus on ensuring there are options and choices for the various needs of our community. Haircare equity, the notion that everyone should have access to products, resources, and support for their hair regardless of texture, style, or cultural background, is a critical component of this goal.
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Get to know one of our Nonprofit Receiving Sites, City Youth Now
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In the realm of nonprofit work, finding avenues to secure funds, gather essential supplies, and mobilize volunteers is often a challenging task. Joining the Hygiene Bank Association is not merely an affiliation; it's a gateway to a myriad of opportunities that can grow your organization’s access to hygiene supplies and funding opportunities.
Learn more about these opportunities!
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Healthy skin is not just a matter of appearance; it is a reflection of overall well-being and has a great impact on physical health and longevity. That is why at Simply the Basics, we take particular care in ensuring that not only does everyone have better access to hygiene products – they have access to quality products that will most directly impact their health needs and a diversity of skin types.
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When our neighbors grapple with the challenge of accessing basic hygiene necessities, it creates a ripple effect that diminishes their ability to pursue employment opportunities and maintain a stable livelihood.
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Here are real stories and photos from actual Simply the Basics recipients. These are thefaces of resilience, strength, and hope. Each individual we support has a unique journey, and your contribution can be the catalyst for transformative change in their lives.
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We need your help to share the Hygiene Locator on your social media platforms throughout the month of November as part of our Giving Tuesday campaign.
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One of our primary initiatives through the Hygiene Bank Association is to provide grant opportunities every quarter to our members. This is a means to support their invaluable work in ensuring everyone, regardless of their location and income, has access to basic hygiene essentials of their themselves and their families.
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Hygiene equity - a phrase that might sound unfamiliar to many - refers to the concept that everyone, regardless of their socio-economic status or ethnic background, should have the same level of access to hygiene products and facilities. Hygiene equity ensures everyone has a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible. This requires removing obstacles to health such as…
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Simply the Basics has been Partnered with “The Women’s Building” for over 7 years, starting with an event we hosted in their facilities called the “Women’s Action Planning Forum” - a collective think tank following the very first Women’s March in 2016 to brainstorm ways we as a community can continue the energy and efforts that came from the March throughout the year.
Learn more about the Women’s Building Here!
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Racial equity should be at the core and center of mission, theory of change, strategic planning process, fund development process, program plans, service modules, evaluation metrics, hiring and onboarding, and staff training.
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In the journey of any organization, there are certain individuals who stand out as pillars of support, guiding forces that help navigate through challenges and propel growth. Today, we have the immense pleasure of expressing our deepest gratitude to one such exceptional board member, Priya Gupta, who has been with Simply the Basics since our founding, first meeting us at our Launch Party in 2016.
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