Purple Bag Foundation Inc

Overview

The Purple Bag Foundation Inc. is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization focused on addressing the lack of access to feminine hygiene products, particularly in Zambia, Africa. The organization aims to empower young girls by providing them with essential materials and creating sustainable sources of income.

Mission

The foundation works towards creating a world where every girl has access to the resources she needs to succeed, regardless of her socioeconomic background. It emphasizes embrace, educate, and empower as core elements of its mission, addressing issues related to menstrual hygiene and its impact on education and health.

Activities and Goals

• Provision of Feminine Hygiene Products: The organization provides kits containing items like washable hygiene pads, panties, and soap to girls in need. These kits help them manage their menstruation effectively and maintain school attendance.

• Sustainability: By training women to make reusable feminine hygiene products, the foundation supports local economic development. It purchases these products back from the women, ensuring they receive fair wages and can support their families.

• Educational and Awareness Programs: The Purple Bag Foundation collaborates with local schools and communities to increase awareness about menstrual health and hygiene. This includes efforts to reduce stigma surrounding menstruation.

• Expansion and Partnerships: The foundation aims to expand its reach by establishing partnerships with other organizations focused on similar goals both in Zambia and internationally.

Ways to Support

Individuals can support the Purple Bag Foundation through financial donations, material donations (such as fabric or hygiene products), or by organizing community fundraisers. Advocacy efforts to raise awareness about menstrual health and hygiene are also encouraged.

Despite its significant mission and objectives, the Purple Bag Foundation Inc. has not provided a detailed mission statement to certain public databases.