Alumni of Fairfield University recently joined forces with campus partners to host the 2nd Annual Feminine Hygiene Drive at St. Ambrose Hall on the Bellarmine Campus. This collaborative effort brought together the Center for Social Impact, Alumni of Color Network, Campus Ministry, and Fairfield Bellarmine to collect essential products for those in need. The drive garnered an impressive 3,782 donations, showcasing a significant increase from the previous year.
The donated feminine hygiene products were destined for Caroline House, a nonprofit organization based in Bridgeport. Caroline House offers various programs, including ESL classes, citizenship tutoring, and childcare services, catering to low-income women and children in the community. Helen Ramos Paiz MA’17, the executive director of Caroline House, attended the event to express gratitude for the ongoing partnership with the Center for Social Impact.
The event shed light on the basic needs faced by many women, emphasizing the importance of raising awareness and providing support. Joel Espada, the manager of community partnerships at CSI, highlighted the humbling experience and the valuable lessons learned through the initiative. The drive aimed not only to collect donations but also to educate and engage participants in understanding the challenges faced by disadvantaged women.
Over a two-month period, donation bins were set up at Fairfield’s Main Campus and Bellarmine Campus for individuals to contribute feminine hygiene products. Additionally, remote donations were accepted through curated wish lists, allowing supporters to ship products directly to Fairfield Bellarmine for packaging. The collective effort of students, faculty, staff, and alumni in sorting and organizing the donations reflected a sense of community and shared responsibility.
Catherine Erol, actively involved in the drive through her nonprofit organization, the Revolving Soap Foundation, emphasized the joy of helping the community and empowering women through access to essential items. Julia Murphy, the campus minister for justice and immersion, highlighted the significance of collaboration among different campus entities to support neighbors in Bridgeport, underscoring the university’s commitment to community service.
Luckario Alcide ’21, a member of the Alumni of Color Network, emphasized the drive as a demonstration of Fairfield University’s core values in action. The event symbolized a unifying force bringing together past and present Stags in a shared commitment to social responsibility. The collective effort underscored the university’s ethos of community engagement and compassion beyond academic pursuits.
The success of the Feminine Hygiene Drive not only showcased the generosity and solidarity within the Fairfield University community but also highlighted the importance of addressing essential needs for marginalized populations. Through initiatives like these, the university continues to foster a culture of empathy, service, and social awareness, extending its impact beyond the confines of the campus.
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