Hygiene Kits

Fact File

109,111 breakfasts served in 2010/11, an average of 298 a day. A 9% rise on last year.
4175 different people used our services in 2010/11. A 36% rise on last year.
2702 people used our advice services in 2010/11. A 23% rise on last year.
232 different people used our emergency bed provision during the freezing conditions of 2010/11.
2632 evening meals served as part of our severe weather emergency provision.
435 people use the Missions address to receive their post.
30% of people supported by the Whitechapel Mission have been in care at some point.
15% of people supported by the Whitechapel Mission have been in the armed services.
112 people found a flat, 151 people found a hostel in 2010/11.

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We are always able to utilize personal size hygiene items and cold weather clothing necessities for the homeless and in-need community we serve. During the Christmas season, we make a special appeal for these items and package them into "Hygiene Kits" – a practical gift for each of our Christmas guests. We will need over 500 Hygiene Kits for Christmas Day alone!

Here are the essential ingredients:

Soap
Shampoo
Deodorant
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Razors
Shaving Cream
Underwear (all sizes)
Socks (white and black)
Hats
Gloves
Individually wrapped, healthy snack

Any contributions to this end are greatly appreciated! Donations can be brought to The Whitechapel Mission at 212 Whitechapel Road (directions).

If you will be dropping off a significant quantity, please call ahead (020 7247 8280) to give a heads-up to the Manager on duty

Find out about other ways to donate