JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County Library and the Spread the Love Commission will collect and distribute free spring clothing, gear, shoes and hygiene items at an event next week.
The “Love Your Neighbor” outreach event will be held on Friday, April 3, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the library’s auditorium.
This event will focus on gathering and distributing critical supplies in an effort to aid the most vulnerable in the community. Community members of all ages are invited to this event.
Bring clean, new or gently used items in complete sets that are seasonally appropriate. Adult sizes are emphasized at this time; the only kids’ items needed are undergarments, socks, coats and snow boots. Other items accepted include:
Adult clothing:
Hoodies/sweatshirts
T-shirts/tanks
Long-sleeved button-up shirts
Jeans/pants
Shoelaces (new only)
Belts
Baseball caps
Beanies/scarves/gloves/work gloves
New underwear
New socks
Sports bras and tank tops
Leggings
Sweatpants
Sneakers (with good tread)
Raincoats
Windbreakers
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:
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.
