Soap for Hope donation drive to benefit Federal Way charity
Published 6:00 am Sunday, November 22, 2015
As the holiday season approaches, AAA Washington is teaming up with the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network to provide an opportunity for those in need to have a fresh start to their day.
AAA Washington’s eighth annual Soap for Hope donation drive to collect unused travel- and full-size toiletry items for local shelters, food banks and other charitable organizations across Washington and northern Idaho goes through the end of the year.
“Soap for Hope has given us the opportunity to make an impactful difference in our community,” said Denise Ligman, AAA Federal Way store manager. “For families struggling to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table, our charity partners tell us these donations make a big difference.”
Want to be a part of supporting your local community? Scan your cabinets and gather items from your last trip, including unused and unopened hotel shampoos and soaps.
Donations of new, full- and sample-size toiletry items such as conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrushes are accepted at all AAA stores in Washington and northern Idaho.
“Many of us don’t have to think much about hygiene, it’s something we take care of every morning,” Ligman said. “But if you have few resources, these toiletry items make a big difference. They can make you feel confident, especially as you head into a job interview for example.”
Donations may be dropped off at the AAA Federal Way store, located at 2122 S. 314th St. Donations made at the AAA Federal Way store will benefit the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network. All donations stay in the community where they are collected. More than 25 charities in Washington and northern Idaho benefit from the donations.
As a result of the generosity of local businesses, community partners and members, AAA Washington has collected nearly 600,000 toiletry items for local charities the past seven years, and distributed more than 8, 700 pounds of donations last year alone.
For more information, visit www.aaa.com/SoapForHope.
