Help Us Tackle Hygiene Poverty in Okehampton
At Okehampton Food Bank, we’ve seen firsthand how urgent the need is — a recent donation of shower gel and body wash was completely gone within just 30 minutes of opening. This highlights the growing crisis of: hygiene poverty.
For many in our community — including families, single parents, grandparents raising grandchildren, and even those experiencing homelessness — personal care products like soap, shampoo, deodorant, and period products are simply out of reach. When budgets are tight, food takes priority, and hygiene falls by the wayside.
But hygiene isn’t a luxury. It’s about health, dignity, and self-worth. The lack of basic essentials can deeply affect mental well-being and confidence.
That’s where you can help. By donating hygiene products — or contributing financially — you help us restore not only cleanliness but also hope and humanity. Every item donated makes a real difference.
“Your donation of a toothbrush or deodorant can change someone’s day.”
We gladly accept donations of soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and period products. Items can be dropped off in the collection basket at Waitrose.
Because while food is essential, dignity is too.
Thank you.