Restoring dignity, one hygiene kit at a time

Because access to hygiene is more than comfort—it’s confidence, health, and humanity.

Empowering lives through hygiene

Founded in 2024, Grace Helping Hands is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential hygiene and feminine care products to women and children experiencing homelessness across Howard County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Baltimore City, and Washington D.C.

By restoring access to basic hygiene, we improve health, promote dignity, and empower individuals to thrive.

Because Everyone Deserves to Feel Clean and Cared For

Completely volunteer-led and operated, we provide essential hygiene and feminine care products — including sanitary napkins — to those who need them most. Through direct distribution and partnerships with shelters and community organizations, we ensure consistent access to these vital supplies, we empower women to care for themselves with dignity and confidence.

What’s in the kit?

  • *Body Soap
  • **Body Wipes
  • **Brush or Comb
  • *Toothpaste
  • **Toothbrush
  • *Q-Tips
  • *Floss
  • *Deodorant
  • *Lotion
  • *Shampoo and Conditioner
  • **Condensed Towel
  • Pad (3 different sizes)
  • Panty Liners
  • Tampons
  • Grace Helping Hands Contact Card
  • Card with Words of Encouragement

* Travel size
** Individually Wrapped

Grace Helping Hands’ services are not limited to women and children. Everyone has access to our support regardless of their gender, background, or status. Read more about our non-discrimination policy to learn about our mission and values.

Our Approach

We believe dignity starts with access to the basics. That’s why we work with trusted community partners to ensure every donation reaches the people who need it most.

Step 1: Donations

We collect essential hygiene items such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, and menstrual products.

Step 2: Distribution

These products are distributed through our network of community partners, including shelters and social service organizations.

Step 3: Impact

By providing these essentials, we help improve the health, dignity, and well-being of unhoused individuals and families across Howard County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Baltimore City, Central Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

Your Support, Our Impact

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re packing hygiene kits, supporting community outreach, or extending our digital reach, your time and compassion directly uplifts those in need.

We welcome individuals of all backgrounds to join our mission and make a lasting difference.

Let’s Collaborate

Got questions, curious about what we do, or just want to chat over a cup of coffee?

Send us a message — we’d love to hear from you!