JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County Library and the Spread the Love Commission will collect and distribute gently worn summer clothing, gear and hygiene items at an event this week.
This event will focus on gathering and distributing critical supplies for getting through the season, in an effort to aid the most vulnerable in the community. Community members of all ages are invited to this free event. Attendees can help assemble health and hygiene kits. Light refreshments will be provided.
Bring clean, new or gently used items in adult sizes. Kids’ items will not be accepted at this event. Items accepted include:
Adult clothing:
Hoodies/sweatshirts
T-shirts
Long-sleeved button-up shirts
Jeans/pants
Shoelaces (new only)
Belts
Baseball caps
Windbreakers/raincoats
Skirts
Light scarves
New underwear
New socks
Sports bras and tank tops
Leggings
Sweatpants
Shoes (with good tread) – sneakers, boots, practical dress shoes, slippers, flip flops
Sun hats
Shorts
Health and hygiene products, travel-sized, new and unused:
Hand Sanitizers
Shampoo
Conditioner
Lotion
Deodorant
Body wash and soap
Shaving cream
Toothpaste
Small spray bottles
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Lip balm
Washcloths
Razors
Face wipes
Cough drops
Tylenol
Sanitary supplies
Bandages
First aid kits
Dental supplies
Diapers/Pull-Ups (All Sizes)
Baby wipes
Diaper cream
Neosporin
Hand wipes
Nail clippers and files
Tissue packs
Survival gear:
Umbrellas
Tents
Sleeping bags and mats
Tarps (new only)
Bungee cords
Backpacks and duffle bags (all sizes)
Kids’ backpacks
Blankets (fleece, travel size)
Hand and feet warmers
AA and AAA batteries (new only)
Cell phones with chargers (unlocked and reset)
Solar or regular phone chargers
Flashlights/headlamps
Small cookstoves
Small propane
Bandanas
Camping towels
Emergency blankets
Eyewear (sunglasses, readers, and cases)
Breakfast or protein bars (soft)
Tuna cans or pouches
Cup Noodles
Dried camping food
Vitamin C and electrolyte packets
Protein drinks
Oatmeal cups
Coconut water/juice boxes
Cocoa packets
Subway gift cards ($10/$15)
Starbucks gift cards ($10/$15)
McDonald’s gift cards ($10/$15)
Water bottles
See the full list here. The “Love Your Neighbor” outreach event will be held on Thursday, July 31, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the library’s auditorium.
