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We give support from top to bottom because dignity matters

Giving pants and bras may seem like a small thing, but it can make a life-changing difference. For example, having pants allows women to remain in the workforce and girls to remain in school each month giving them a better chance of fighting their way out of poverty. But practical issues aside, having underwear is also a matter of dignity for everyone.

We’re sometimes asked if we collect sanitary products. We don’t – but some of the pants we collect are used to support charities that supply reusable period products in hygiene kits, and we’re delighted to supply them with the pants they need for these kits. 

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For the children 🧒

“I have a 4-year-old daughter and a 3-year-old son – I can’t imagine them not having pants to wear!” one supporter told us. But a huge number of children in both Africa and the UK have none. You can make a real difference to their lives, removing stigma through the power of pants. Find out more… 

For the girls 👧

Having no pants is a particular problem for girls during their period, and it means they miss school for a few days each month. This affects their education, which has a knock-on effect on their job prospects. You can help keep them in school, giving them a brighter future. Find out more… 

For the women 👩

Giving underwear may seem inconsequential, but it can change women’s lives. For example, if they have pants, it means they no longer have to miss work each month during their period. And being able to work gives them a better chance of fighting their way out of poverty. Find out more… 

For the men 👨

Men need pants too of course. And with the increase in the number of people who are homeless and living in poverty, we’re receiving many more requests for men. You can help us give them back their dignity during these bleak times in their life. Find out more… 

For goodness’ sake ❤

There are many reasons people donate. Those giving new underwear may have seen or experienced the difficulties faced by people who have none, or just hate the thought of it. Those giving money may have an insight into the funding challenges small charities face simply to keep running. And those giving gently worn bras may have lost or gained weight and hate to see good items go to waste. Or perhaps they’ve been ill and are now unable to wear a bra, or just decided to finally have a clear-out! Find out more…