Spring Into the Spirit of Giving Back

Published: April 24, 2026

Help provide essential hygiene items to people experiencing homelessness and others in need across the Treasure Valley.

College of Western Idaho (CWI) Student Nurses Association is partnering with Boise Rescue Mission Ministries to collect hygiene products for local community members. The goal is to fill two 55-gallon donation bins with essential items that support health, comfort and daily living.

Donations will be accepted through May 8, and all hygiene products are appreciated.

Most-needed items:

  • Deodorant  
  • Travel-size toiletries 
  • Lip balm or ChapStick 
  • Feminine hygiene products 
  • Vitamins  
  • Cold and flu medicine 
  • Toilet paper 
  • Tissues  
  • Oral hygiene products

Marked bins are located near the security desks at: 

Those who would like to make a monetary donation can give directly through Boise Rescue Mission Ministries at boiserm.org.

For more information or questions, please contact Jill Winegar at jillwinegar@cwi.edu.

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