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anyone in need with menstrual health products
People in communities all across the United States are missing school and work because they simply can’t afford basic necessities to manage their periods. Pads, tampons, and menstrual cups are not covered by subsidy programs (like SNAP) and some families are forced to choose other critical purchases or cut back on these items that help maintain health.
At Girls Helping Girls Period.
We believe menstrual health is a matter of basic health. And human dignity. We’re dedicated to educating people on the need, and collecting/distributing products.
We give many of our clients a full year’s supply of products.
It’s so simple to help.
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