“When children don’t have to worry about stuff like toothpaste and soap, they can focus better in class. Removing just a bit of uncertainty makes a huge difference in their lives.”
The Dignity Store is a free store inside The Pioneer Center where kids can get needed hygiene items in private. We want to provide needed items to students in a dignified way. Students who are in need of food, hygiene, or supplies can discreetly notify Pioneer Youth staff and have access to the high quality items we stock. Dignity is our highest priority; student’s identities will never be revealed. By providing children with the means to take care of themselves, we are empowering them to help themselves. Some of our customers are experiencing extraordinary life events and transition.
For these kids, we provide more than deodorant, tampons, or shampoo.
We give them a small measure of control over their circumstances. We hope it will help them on their way back to normalcy and routine. We’re changing our community by providing kids most basic needs.