Hygiene essentials for every body, every day.
Free hygiene essentials for individuals and families in Champaign County
ABOUT
CLU-W Hygiene Pantry of Champaign County is a nonprofit that was founded in response to the rising cost of essential hygiene products and the growing need among local families. The pantry provides free access to items that support health, dignity, and daily living.
We gladly accept donations of period products, adult diapers, soap, shampoo and conditioner, laundry supplies, and other hygiene essentials.
By working together, we can help ensure no one in Champaign County has to go without the basic products so many of us rely on every day.
We gladly accept donations of period products, adult diapers, soap, shampoo and conditioner, laundry supplies, and other hygiene essentials.
By working together, we can help ensure no one in Champaign County has to go without the basic products so many of us rely on every day.
Who We Are
We are three longtime friends and former colleagues who share a passion for supporting individuals and families in our community. Through our professional work, we have spent years working with low-resource individuals and families and have seen firsthand the challenges many face when it comes to accessing basic hygiene products.
Recognizing this need in Champaign County, we partnered with the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLU-W) to start the CLU-W Hygiene Pantry of Champaign County. Our goal is to help ensure that everyone in our community has access to essential hygiene items that support health, dignity, and well-being.
This pantry exists because of the support of our community, and we are grateful for everyone who helps make this work possible.
(Pictured left to right: Della Jacobs, President; Vanessa Jones, Secretary; Tracy Bowden, Treasurer.)
Recognizing this need in Champaign County, we partnered with the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLU-W) to start the CLU-W Hygiene Pantry of Champaign County. Our goal is to help ensure that everyone in our community has access to essential hygiene items that support health, dignity, and well-being.
This pantry exists because of the support of our community, and we are grateful for everyone who helps make this work possible.
(Pictured left to right: Della Jacobs, President; Vanessa Jones, Secretary; Tracy Bowden, Treasurer.)
F.A.Q
What days are you open?
We are open Thursdays from 5 PM to 7 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM.
Do you take walk-ins on days when you aren't open?
At this time, we do not take walk-ins. We may expand our times based on community feedback in the future.
Is there an income or eligibility requirement?
There are no requirements to come to the pantry. It is open to ALL!
Where are you located?
We are located in the Brookens Administration building at 1776 E Washington St, Urbana, IL 61802. GPS will take you to the back of the building.You will want to enter one of the parking lots off of East Washington and enter the building (star) on the side near the baseball field (see image below). If riding MTD, use this link to help find stops and plan your trip: Nearby Bus Stops: 1776 E Washington St
What to Expect When You Visit
When you walk in, you will come to the check in table in the lobby and fill out the intake form. Once you are done, you will receive a number.
When your number is called, you will be taken to the pantry where you will get to select from the following:
- Two feminine hygiene items
- One incontinence item
- Three haircare items
- Two oral hygiene items
- One toothbrush per person in the household
- Two body care items
- Three household items
- Two miscellaneous hygiene items
We do ask that you only visit the pantry once a month.
Are you looking for volunteers?
We would love to have volunteers! Please sign up using our scheduler at https://signup.com/go/SyZXmug.
How can I donate?
If you are interested in donating products or would like to host a donation drive, please fill out the contact form below or give us a call at 217-249-8971.
Products we accept:
If you would like to donate money, please donate online below or mail monetary donations to:
CLU-W Hygiene Pantry
P.O. Box 131
Savoy, IL 61871
Products we accept:
- Feminine hygiene products like pads, tampons, menstrual cups, period underwear.
- Incontinence items like adult diapers, bladder pads, and mattress protector pads flushable wipes.
- Haircare items like shampoo, conditioner, brushes, combs, hair ties, and styling products.
- Body care items like bar or liquid soaps, shaving cream, razors, lotion, towels, deodorant.
- Dental hygiene items like mouthwash, floss, toothpaste, and toothbrushes.
- First aid items like gauze, band aids, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, Q-tips, cotton balls.
- Household products like hand soap, paper towels, tissues, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, dryer sheets.
If you would like to donate money, please donate online below or mail monetary donations to:
CLU-W Hygiene Pantry
P.O. Box 131
Savoy, IL 61871
Are you a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization?
Yes. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. If you would like more information about our nonprofit status or donations, feel free to message us.
Donate
Help Us Provide Everyday Essentials
Something as simple as toothpaste or laundry detergent can make the difference between confidence and stress, employment and missed opportunity, stability and hardship.
Your online donation allows the CLU-W Hygiene Pantry to:
100% of donations go directly toward supporting pantry operations and hygiene supplies.
To mail monetary donations:
CLU-W Hygiene Pantry
P.O. Box 131
Savoy, IL 61871
Thank you for helping us meet a need that often goes unseen.
Something as simple as toothpaste or laundry detergent can make the difference between confidence and stress, employment and missed opportunity, stability and hardship.
Your online donation allows the CLU-W Hygiene Pantry to:
- Purchase high-need items in bulk
- Serve more households each month
- Maintain a consistent supply of essential products
100% of donations go directly toward supporting pantry operations and hygiene supplies.
To mail monetary donations:
CLU-W Hygiene Pantry
P.O. Box 131
Savoy, IL 61871
Thank you for helping us meet a need that often goes unseen.
$25
Contact
- 1776 E Washington St, Urbana, IL 61802
- Pod 200. You'll want to enter the parking lot off East Washington and then to the the door on the right from the parking lot.
- Thursdays 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Saturdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
