When Candice handed a woman tampons outside a store and saw the immediate relief wash over her face, she couldn't stop wondering: what do people experiencing homelessness do when they get their periods? That question sparked a revolutionary nonprofit that's challenging how we address period poverty.
Candice and Raina, co-founders of For Ladies' Sake, join us to share how their organization is fighting period poverty through three powerful channels: education, legislation, and accessibility. What began as one woman "slinging pads out of the back of her Volkswagen" transformed into a structured nonprofit when Raina gifted Candice the incorporation paperwork as a wedding present—possibly the most meaningful wedding gift in history.
The stories they share are both heartbreaking and inspiring. From advocating at Menstrual Equity Lobby Day to providing over 900 people with period products in their first full year, these women are dismantling stigma one conversation at a time. Their innovative "period pods"—similar to Little Free Libraries but filled with menstrual products—will soon provide 24/7 access in neighborhoods with the greatest need.
Perhaps most striking is how For Ladies' Sake approaches conversations about periods with everyone from reluctant men to curious teenagers. They've created safe spaces where people can ask questions, express concerns, and learn about menstrual health without judgment. As they beautifully demonstrate, period poverty isn't just a women's issue—it's a human dignity issue that affects entire communities.
Want to support their mission? Purchase green heart-shaped sunglasses through our See the Love campaign, where $5 from each pair goes directly to For Ladies' Sake. Together, we can ensure that no one has to choose between food and period products ever again.
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