From Help a Girl Out USA
Following a series of high-energy kick-off events, Help a Girl Out (HAGO) USA is officially moving into its public donation phase. For the remainder of February, community members can visit over 80 public drop-off locations across Berks, Schuylkill, Lancaster, and York counties to donate essential feminine hygiene products and diapers.
Now in its fifth year, this grassroots initiative continues to bridge the gap for local menstruators facing period poverty. The 2025 drive saw a record-breaking 88,889 units collected, and with the 2026 drive now in full swing, organizers are calling on the public to help exceed that impact.
“The momentum from our kick-offs has been incredible,” said Suzanne Cody, firm associate at Muhlenberg Greene Architects and 2025 People of Action Award recipient. “We now have a massive network of local businesses and partners ready to accept donations. Every pad, tampon, and diaper donated stays right here in our community to provide dignity to those in need.”
Where to donate
Public drop-off locations are active throughout the month of February. Key locations include:
- Berks County: Muhlenberg Greene Architects, West Reading Borough Hall, various Tompkins and Fleetwood bank branches, and retailers throughout West Reading.
- Schuylkill County: Black Rock Brewpub, M&T Bank branches, and the Walk-In Art Center.
- Lancaster and York counties: Dishworks Studio and McConkey Insurance & Benefits.
A complete, searchable list of all 80+ locations is available at helpagirloutusa.com/locations.
Learn more
To understand the deep impact of period poverty in our region and the history of this mission, the public is invited to view and listen to recent features:
- Watch: View the BCTV five-year recap featuring the grassroots organizers.
- Listen: Hear Suzanne Cody’s interview on WEEU’s Feedback with Toni Reese.
- News: Check out recent footage of the drive on WFMZ-TV.
Ways to give
In addition to physical drop-offs, supporters can:
- Shop the Help A Girl Out USA Products Amazon wish list: Items can be purchased online and shipped directly to the drive.
- Bulk drop-off days:
- Berks: Friday, Feb. 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Helping Harvest, Sinking Spring
- Schuylkill: Wednesday, March 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Schuylkill Wellness Services
About Help a Girl Out USA
Help a Girl Out USA is a Berks and Schuylkill counties community-led initiative dedicated to providing feminine products and diapers to local menstruators. Through a network of volunteers and business partners, HAGO USA strives to provide essential hygiene products to people in need, so they may go about normal, everyday activities with dignity.
