The Launch of Impact.
The mission of Soroptimist International of Moses Lake has always been to uplift women and children in our community, with a special focus on their education. In 2024, our SIML members learned about period poverty –the struggle many young girls face in accessing menstrual products and the negative effect it has on their confidence and school attendance. We knew we had to take action! Inspired by the cause, our club launched “Impact.”, a program designed to support students in Moses Lake schools by addressing period poverty. Through research and close partnerships with school nurses, counselors, and teachers, we identified the key needs including feminine hygiene products, fresh underwear, leggings, and changes of clothes to help girls feel secure and ready to learn.
What We Do
To kick off the program, our Impact. committee prepped and packed 110 “period packs” organized by size XS-2X at the first packing party. Each of the needed items were put together with care in a package that included a hand-written note of encouragement from a SIML member and one more extra pick-me-up…a handful of chocolates! Then a tote stocked with 3 packs of each size was delivered to each of our Moses Lake high schools and middle schools. All Moses Lake elementary schools also received a selection of individual supplies including leggings and underwear. Packs and supplies are distributed to students discreetly as needs arise. Each tote is restocked by our Impact. committee members upon request.
The Impact Made
In the 2025-2026 SIML season over 155+ Impact. packs were delivered to our local secondary schools as well as supplies for 165 more to elementary schools. After a successful launch season, Impact. is ready to continue providing these essentials to ensure no girl misses out on her education due to her period.