Purchasing Period Products

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Hopefully Helpful School Nurse Tip: One of the most common questions asked is "How do I get the funds to purchase needed period products for the students at my school". My answer is DonorsChoose and maybe it can be your answer too?

Period products are an expensive necessity, and period poverty is a real issue many individuals face. This lack of access to affordable menstrual products significantly impacts their health, education, and overall well-being.

According to the Illinois State Board of Education, 53% of the student population at my high school are considered low income students. They also mandate that schools supply period products at no cost to all students...

Get all of the details HERE | Illinois Public Act 102-0340

However, along with that mandate, I did not receive an increase in my yearly budget to help cover the additional expenses for such needed items. So, I rely on the kindness of strangers who donate funds to help me help my students! They helped by donating over $1,000 to purchase period products! THANK YOU.

DonorsChoose to the rescue!

Lack of necessary menstrual health supplies such as pads, tampons can have significant implications. Not only can these implications can cause health issues such as infections but also social issues such as embarrassment and missed opportunities to attend school and/or work.

I'm so thankful that I'm able to keep a fully stocked grab-n-go table with a variety of period products for my students and I hope you can too. See the products that were donated HERE and other item ideas HERE!