Period poverty is the lack of access to menstrual products, hygiene facilities, and education due to financial hardship. It affects low-income women, students, and people experiencing homelessness, forcing many to choose between food and menstrual care. In the U.S., 1 in 4 menstruating individuals have faced this issue, often missing school, work, or daily activities. Despite being a basic need, menstrual products aren't covered by SNAP or Medicaid, making them harder to afford. This can lead to health risks from using improvised or overused supplies.

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Thank you Clark County for helping to make this drive a sucess. We have over 300 boxes of tampons,pads and  period cups to donate to Sharehouse, YWCA, Akin Vancouver and Akin East County.

 

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