JACKSON, Wyo. — The Spread the Love Commission and Teton County Library are partnering up to collect and distribute summer clothing and supplies to vulnerable members of the community later this week.
The “Love Your Neighbor” outreach event will be held on Thursday, July 23, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the library’s auditorium.
Community members or all ages are invited to the event. There will be an opportunity to make health and hygiene kits for distribution. Light refreshments will be provided, according to the event description.
Those who are interested in donating are asked to follow these guidelines: Bring clean, new or gently used items in complete sets that are seasonally appropriate; adult sizes are emphasized at this time — the only children’s items needed are undergarments, socks, coats and snow boots. Other items accepted include:
Adult clothing:
Hoodies/sweatshirts
T-Shirts/tank tops
Long-sleeve button-up shirts
Jeans/pants/sweats/leggings/shorts/skirts
Sneakers (good tread)
Shoelaces
Belts
Baseball caps
Raincoats/windbreakers
Beanies/scarves/gloves/work gloves
Sports bras
Underwear/socks (new only)
Health and hygiene products, travel-sized, new and unused:
Hand sanitizer
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body lotion
Deodorant
Body wash/soap
Shaving cream
Toothpaste
Small spray bottles
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Lip balm
Washcloths
Razors
Tissue packs
Face wipes
Cough drops
Tylenol
Sanitary supplies
Band-Aids
First aid kits
Dental supplies
Diapers/Pull-Ups (all sizes)
Baby wipes
Diaper cream
Neosporin
Hand wipes
Nail clippers/files
Survival gear:
Tents
Sleeping bags/mats
Tarps (new only)
Bungee cords
Backpacks/duffle bags (all sizes)
Kids’ backpacks
Blankets (fleece, travel size)
Hand/feet warmers
AA and AAA batteries (new only)
Cell phones (unlocked and reset)
Phone chargers (solar or regular)
Gift cards (Subway, Starbucks, McDonald’s)
Flashlights/headlamps
Small cookstoves
Small propane canisters
Water bottles
Bandanas
Camping towels
Emergency blankets
Eyewear (sunglasses, readers, cases)
Breakfast/protein bars (soft)
Tuna cans or pouches
Cup Noodles
Dried camping food
Vitamin C/electrolyte packets
Protein drinks
Oatmeal cups
Coconut water
Juice boxes
Cocoa packs
