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Women United of Greater Niagara proudly
announces the success of Essentials: The
Hygiene Project, held this November to
benefit Niagara Gospel Mission and Mount
St. Mary’s Neighborhood Health Center.
Thanks to the generosity of local residents,
businesses, and organizations, hundreds of
personal care items were collected—
including feminine hygiene products,
shampoo and conditioner, deodorant, lotion,
toothbrushes and toothpaste, and laundry
detergent.
Collection sites included United Way of Greater Niagara, Confetti Cottage, Lewiston Antiques & Estates, ChrisFit, Oakwood Cemetery, Levesque Institute/Niagara University Marian House, and Deal Realty, Inc. Additional contributions came from BankonBuffalo, The Down Syndrome Association of Niagara, NYSUT Retiree Coalition WNY, Lewiston Community Lions Club, and St. Francis Guild of Mount St. Mary’s Hospital.
“These donations will make a meaningful impact for individuals and families in our community, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to this drive,” said Joanne Beaton, President of Women United.
Women United is a dynamic network of women dedicated to uplifting the Niagara region through their partnership with United Way of Greater Niagara. Their mission is to drive positive change locally while empowering and enriching the lives of women.
To learn more about Women United or to become a member, visit www.uwgn.org/women united.
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Photo 1: From left: Cathy Schaefer, Hygiene Drive Co-Chair; Jackie Nightingale, Hygiene Drive Co-Chair; and Andrea Gray, President of United Way of Greater Niagara.
