A local organization donates feminine products in help of young girls

A new local organization October 26 donated menstrual products to young girls in rural areas around Alabama.

The final donations of the period products for October 26th

October 26th Flyer for Menstrual Products Donations

Tuscaloosa, Ala-

October 26th and The Women and Gender Resources center partnered to may this feminine hygiene drop-off a reality. The first Menstrual drive was held between March 1st- April 7th. The drive is on-going and are still accepting donations as they come. The proceeds will be given to schools in the Alabama area such as: Central High School, Hale County High School, and Conecuh High School. The products will be distributed through the Board of Education starting on April 19th, 2021.

Bentasia Parker, CEO of October 26, says she is dedicated to service.

“ Everything about October 26th inspires me to keep moving forward and I believe no one should be without menstrual products” said Parker. “ I love to help and its my duty of service, I want to give as much as possible to those in my community”.

Candance Turner, CO- CEO of October 26th, says….

October 26th was formed through the Levitetz Grant which is a grant funded by the Jeff Levitatz, University of Alabama New College Alumnae. October 26th is a new organization started on the University of Alabama and says they will be donating to more schools throughout the year.

Bentasia Parker:-253-7387

Candace Turner: 239-7173