Empower Youth team to hold hygiene drive

Donations include deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, loofahs, bar soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste and travel-size mouthwash

Requested donations include deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, loofahs, bar soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste and travel-size mouthwash.

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Published February 7, 2026 - 6:00 a.m.

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The Empower Youth Team at Carrolton High School will hold a hygiene drive from through Feb. 20, collecting personal care items for those in need.

Requested donations include deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, loofahs, bar soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste and travel-size mouthwash. Additional items needed are feminine hygiene products, baby or body wipes, combs or brushes, laundry baskets, lip balm, lotion and socks.

The drive is organized by the Empower Youth Team and is open to community participation. Bins will be provided at the main door of the school.

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