Hygiene Kits for Homeless: Help Milwaukee’s Shelters Through Our Amazon Wish List
- Tona Haywood
- Jul 1
- 3 min read
Hygiene kits for homeless individuals are urgently needed in Milwaukee, where at Port of Missions, we’re blessed to serve people facing some of life’s toughest battles. Every week, we meet individuals and families who come through our doors with little more than the clothes on their backs, searching for basic necessities many of us take for granted—like soap, deodorant, or a toothbrush.
When you’re experiencing homelessness, staying clean and healthy can feel impossible. Yet personal care is essential not just for hygiene, but for dignity, confidence, and hope. That’s why these small items mean so much—and why we’re reaching out for your help.
Why Hygiene Kits For Homeless Matter
We’ve seen how something as simple as a fresh toothbrush can bring a spark of hope. Just recently, a man came to us, quiet and downcast. We gave him a hygiene kit with soap, deodorant, and a new toothbrush. The next week, he returned smiling, telling us he finally felt human again. These moments remind us why hygiene kits for homeless people are so important. Unfortunately, our shelves empty fast. As more people in Milwaukee turn to us for help, we often run low on essentials such as:
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Deodorant
Soap and body wash
Shampoo and conditioner
Feminine hygiene products
Lotion
Socks and undergarments
Washcloths and towels
These items restore dignity and help people feel cared for and valued.
Where Can I Donate Personal Care Items Near Me?
Many people ask us, “Where can I donate personal care items near me?” If you’re in Milwaukee, we’d love to have your support. Donations can be dropped off at Port of Missions, or we’re happy to work with you if you’d like to organize a collection drive with your church, workplace, or community group.
Even a few items go a long way in helping us serve our neighbors.
How to Help Homeless in Milwaukee
There are so many ways you can make an impact. Here’s how you can get involved right now:
Shop Our Amazon Wish List
One of the easiest ways to help is by shopping our Amazon Wish List. You can choose items online, and they’re shipped directly to us. It’s quick, simple, and ensures we receive exactly what’s most needed at any given moment.
Shopping through our Amazon Wish List is perfect if you’re busy or unable to drop off donations in person. Every single package we receive helps us keep serving those who need us most.
Host a Donation Drive
If you’re connected to a community group, school, workplace, or church, consider hosting a donation drive for personal care items. It’s a wonderful way to support local homeless shelters and remind people that small acts of kindness truly add up.
Spread the Word
Sometimes the best way to help is simply to share information. Let friends and family know how important hygiene kits for homeless individuals are. Post about our needs on social media, or encourage your networks to shop our Amazon Wish List. Awareness leads to action—and action changes lives.
How to Help Support Homeless Shelters
If you’ve been wondering how to help support homeless shelters, this is one of the most powerful ways. Hygiene kits don’t just meet physical needs—they restore dignity, confidence, and a sense of hope.
When you donate personal care items or shop our Amazon Wish List, you’re helping someone feel seen and valued. You’re reminding them they’re not alone, and that their community cares.
Together, we can make sure no one in Milwaukee is forgotten. Thank you for your kindness, your compassion, and for standing with us as we serve our neighbors in need.
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