Persisterhood-St. Joseph is inviting the community to participate in a “Give to Gain” donation drive-thru and petition signing event Saturday, March 7.

The event will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the parking lot on 10th Street, next to First Christian Church at the corner of 10th and Faraon.

Volunteers will be on-site to collect essential items, including diapers, infant hygiene products, and women’s menstrual products. Beyond the donation drive, organizers will also be available to provide information and collect signatures for the “Respect MOVoters” petition drive.

The local effort is part of a national initiative featuring over 350 “Give to Gain” events scheduled across the country on March 7 and 8. The events coincide with the 115th International Women’s Day, a global celebration focused on women’s rights and community support.

Donations collected during the drive will benefit two local organizations. Diapers and infant supplies will be delivered to the AFL-CIO’s Community Services Diaper Depot.

Women’s hygiene products will be donated to Sparkle Peach, a St. Joseph-nonprofit founded in 2019. Ann Irvin, the founder of Sparkle Peach, will be present at the drive-thru to assist with the collection efforts.