GoKind Hygiene Kits
Portable Care. Sustainable Compassion.
For people experiencing homelessness, the challenge of staying clean and healthy without access to running water or private facilities is a daily struggle. This lack doesn't just impact physical health; it erodes dignity, self-worth, and personal safety.
That's why we created the GoKind Hygiene Kit, a compact, bio-friendly kit thoughtfully designed to meet the everyday hygiene needs of those living without shelter. Built for portability, made with the planet in mind, and focused on restoring dignity through care, each item in the kit offers a simple, respectful solution to a complex problem.
This is hygiene that travels.
Compassion that's practical.
And a small but meaningful step toward giving everyone the chance to feel human again.
As a Colorado 501(c)(3) pending charity, we rely on the generosity of our community to get our program on its feet and to keep this work going. We are calling on local businesses, organizations, and community leaders to join us as sponsors, and on individuals to contribute what they can through donations.
Your support directly funds the distribution of these essential hygiene kits to those who need them most, right here in our own streets and neighborhoods.
- Sponsor a hygiene kit program and make a lasting impact.
- Donate today and help us deliver dignity, one kit at a time.
Together, we can turn compassion into action and restore a sense of humanity for those too often overlooked.
Our Purpose, In Every Item
Compact Care for Those Who Carry Everything
The GoKind hygiene kit is designed with empathy, dignity, and innovation at its core. It's more than a collection of essentials — it's a response to real, everyday challenges faced by people living without shelter.
For individuals navigating life on the streets, hygiene isn't just about cleanliness — it's about comfort, confidence, and the ability to show up in the world with a sense of self-respect. But without access to bathrooms, running water, or safe spaces, even basic hygiene can become an overwhelming barrier.
That's why every item in the GoKind Hygiene Kit is thoughtfully selected to meet these needs — sustainably, discreetly, and respectfully. Each component supports physical health while also honoring the emotional and psychological well-being of the person using it.
Below are the core goals that guide the creation of every GoKind Hygiene Kit:
- Help users maintain personal cleanliness and comfort
- Require no running water or permanent bathroom access
- Be discreet, lightweight, and easy to carry
- Use biodegradable, compostable, or recyclable materials
- Support mental well-being and self-worth
These goals are not just about personal hygiene, they are about maintaining a healthy and clean environment as well.
GoKind Essential Pack
A Clean Start Within Reach
While we strive toward an ideal, comprehensive hygiene kit, we recognize the urgent need for immediate, accessible solutions. The GoKind Essential Pack is our practical response — a thoughtfully curated set of everyday hygiene items that are easy to distribute, affordable to assemble, and meaningful to the people who receive them.
Each item in this kit addresses a basic human need — cleanliness, comfort, and self-respect — without relying on access to running water or private facilities. Lightweight, portable, and built from widely available materials, the Essential Pack meets people where they are, offering not just hygiene support but a small but powerful reminder: you matter.
This is assistance made simple. Dignity made possible. A clean start within reach.
Basic starter
- Waterless Soap Sheets (Biodegradable)
- Cleansing Wipes (Multi-Purpose)
- Hand Sanitizer (Travel Size)
- Toothbrush + Toothpaste
- Comb or Hairbrush (Small Size)
- Sanitary Pads (for Menstruating Individuals)
- Soap Sheet Pack or Bar Soap
- Moisturizer or Petroleum Jelly (Mini Size)
- Disposable Razor + Small Pack of Tissues
- Bio-Friendly Disposal Bags (2-3)
- Carry Pouch or Zip Bag
♻ Eco-Friendly Enhancements (Where Possible)
- Bamboo toothbrush instead of plastic
- Compostable wipes
- Refillable sanitizer
- Cornstarch-based disposal bags
Special Notice
We are a startup organization at the beginning of our journey — building relationships and community partnerships that will shape and sustain our mission over time. For now, the primary role of our GoKind Essential Pack is to serve as a packaging and distribution partner for organizations supporting people experiencing homelessness.
While we collaborate broadly, we remain intentional and selective about the items we distribute. Each one must reflect our commitment to dignity, practicality, and sustainability. We believe that even the smallest item should offer meaningful support — thoughtfully designed to meet real needs and aligned with the values that define our long-term vision.
Ideal GoKind Hygiene Kit
If Dignity Were a Kit, This Would Be It
This is our vision — the ideal hygiene kit built for dignity, portability, and environmental care. Every item has been thoughtfully selected to meet the needs of people experiencing homelessness, especially those without access to running water or private facilities.
From biodegradable soap sheets to privacy ponchos and compostable wipes, this kit reflects what's possible when care, sustainability, and design come together. It's the standard we're working toward — a model of compassionate, practical hygiene for those who need it most.
However, we also recognize that resources are limited. Materials, manufacturing costs, and funding availability often mean we must make trade-offs. That's why our current kits are built around core essentials — practical, functional, and scalable — while remaining rooted in this larger vision.
The contents below represent our north star — a benchmark for what we hope every kit can one day include.
Waterless Soap Sheets (Biodegradable)
- Ultra-light, individually packed sheets that lather with minimal water (or even with hand sanitizer).
- Made from rice paper or cellulose.
- Dissolves quickly, zero residue.
- Use: Hands, face, body.
Dry Shampoo Sheet or Powder (Non-Aerosol, Compostable)
- Natural clay or starch-based.
- Packaged in paper sachets.
- Helps remove oil/odors from hair and scalp.
Compostable Body Wipes (Multi-Use)
- Made of bamboo or hemp fiber.
- Infused with aloe, witch hazel, or similar gentle cleanser.
- Safe for face and sensitive skin.
- Optional: Larger towel-sized wipes for full body use.
Toothbrush + Chewable Toothpaste Tablets
- Compact toothbrush made from bamboo.
- Tablets instead of paste - no mess, no water required to spit.
- Optional: Biodegradable floss.
Biodegradable Urine Funnel (for Women & AFAB users)
- Made from molded paper or starch-based plastic.
- Allows peeing discreetly and cleanly while standing.
Privacy Blanket or Foldable Pop-Up Tent
- Thin foldable "privacy poncho" or ultra-light pop-up tent for changing or self-care.
- Designed for street use with dignity.
Compact Sanitary Kit
- Recyclable/compostable pads or menstrual cups with cleaning wipes.
- Discreet packaging.
- Bio-disposal bags included.
Nail & Skin Kit
- Emery board, mini nail clipper, moisturizing balm stick (multi-use for hands, lips, cracked skin).
Eco-Friendly Disposal Bags
- Cornstarch-based biodegradable bags.
- For used wipes, sanitary products, etc.
Mini Spray Bottle (Multipurpose)
- For a vinegar-water cleaner, essential oils, or sanitizing spray.
- Pocket-sized and refillable.
Sustainability Features
Biodegradable Care, Built to Disappear - Not Harm.
- All disposables are compostable or biodegradable within 90-180 days.
- Minimal or no plastic (where unavoidable, we use recycled or ocean-bound plastic).
- Ethical sourcing for all materials.