Mardi Bras campaign, running Feb. 1–March 2, collects hygiene items for women in poverty in Spokane. Donate bras, pads, and other essentials to support local women.
The stress and trauma of sleeping rough can be paused in a space with intentional warmth and thoughtfully placed rest areas. When I get to the Women’s Hearth in the mornings, I am greeted by the cozy front rooms, adorned with artwork, throw pillows, squashy armchairs and so many plants that I am often surprised that the air here is not crisp.
“I think, particularly, that we can invest millions and billions of dollars into education,” Riccelli said. “But we know that kids won’t be successful if they’re trying to do their homework by the dome light of a car.”