Thank you for making dignity possible all year long.

Last year marked a powerful shift—from reaching more places to impacting more people. Because of your support, we expanded access to hygiene essentials to every school district in Kansas, welcoming 304 new schools into our network.



The impact that you made adds up to more than 113 million times that someone used soap, deodorant, or hygiene products to feel clean, confident, and ready for their day. 

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How Our Volunteers Made the Holidays Brighter

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This holiday season, 480 volunteers from 38 organizations came together to package more than 307,000 essential hygiene items for families facing hygiene insecurity.

Through their time, care, and compassion, volunteers helped restore confidence and dignity—while many shared how meaningful it was to serve, reflect, and connect. Their stories remind us that hygiene isn’t a luxury, but a foundation for feeling human and valued.

No matter the size of your group or how you want to give back, there’s a place for you at Giving the Basics in 2026. 

💙 Year-Round Opportunities:

Host a hygiene drive with your organization, school, or congregation

Volunteer together at our warehouse—perfect for team building and service days

✨ Sign Ups Open:

Spring Showers Hygiene Challenge – Sign up now to help provide hygiene essentials to local students this April. Perfect for your business, social group, church, or school!

📅 Coming Soon:

We’ll be sharing more details soon about our summer and fall engagement opportunities, including events and special group experiences.

Mark your calendar and bring the whole family! On January 23rd, Giving the Basics will be featured at the Kansas City Mavericks Community Night game. It’s a perfect night of exciting hockey, high energy, and giving back—all in one place.

$10 from every ticket purchased through the link below will be donated to Giving the Basics—thanks to the KC Mavericks.

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