Hope in a Backpack 

A community-wide solution to Period Poverty

Hope in a Backpack 

A community-wide solution to Period Poverty

Driving systemic change by making menstrual equity a core part of community health, education, and care infrastructures

What It Does

Provides routine distributions of backpacks filled with period essentials

Supports girls so they can attend school with confidence

Empowers women to stay employed and reach their goals

Protects health by preventing avoidable medical complications

Builds dignity and opportunity across zip codes

Promotes gender equality opportunities for all women and girls

Who It Helps

School Districts & College Campuses

Healthcare Systems

Community Agencies

Women and girls in neighborhoods facing chronic need 

How To Get Started

Want to bring Hope in a Backpack to your community?

We will work with you to build a collaborative funding plan tailored to your area.

Together, we can meet real needs and change lives, one backpack at a time.

Why It Matters

Period Poverty disrupts education, employment, and stability. Hope in a Backpack ensures that no one misses school, work, or life because they lack basic hygiene supplies.