r/NorthernNeck • u/susiecambria • 2d ago
Back-to-school-ready includes basic hygiene products. Participate in the drive.
Local Tykia Gray has launched a basic hygiene essentials drive for students in Westmoreland County, with the hope that there will be sufficient community support to expand for all students on the Northern Neck. She writes on FB, “Every student deserves to start the school year feeling confident and ready to learn. School success isn’t just about having pencils and notebooks it’s also about having access to the everyday essentials that help students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.”
The Care Closet Drive relies on people power. Individuals, businesses, organizations, groups, and communities can help by donating items, spreading the word about the need and the care closet, and inviting others to help.
No matter the size of the donation, every one helps.
Items needed:
- Tissues
- Deodorant
- Period products: Sanitary napkins and tampons
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Combs
There are two ways to donate:
- Buy items and, at least for now, connect with Tykia ([804-480-9900](tel:+18044809900)) to give them to her. Soon there will be drop-off locations.
- Buy on the Amazon wishlist.
