Personal hygiene donations needed

The Fairfax County Communities of Trust Committee has launched the Help from the Heart Community Drive to collect personal hygiene and cleaning products for families and individuals facing hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Items can be dropped at collection boxes at all eight Fairfax County police stations, including the Mason Police Station at 6507 Columbia Pike.

The donated items will be picked up and distributed by local food pantries.

Items most in needed include toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, lotions, diapers, baby wipes, soap, shampoo, conditioner, feminine hygiene products, adult incontinence underwear, laundry and dish detergent, household cleaners, paper towels, and toilet paper. Please donate new items only.

The Communities of Trust Committee is a diverse citizen group focused on building positive relationships between public safety agencies and the communities they serve.