Needs hygiene items: soap, razors, pads or tampons, diapers
Use when someone needs soap, toothpaste, deodorant, razors, pads or tampons, baby diapers or adult incontinence supplies, and can't afford them.
In danger right now: call 911. Crisis or thoughts of suicide: call or text 988. Not sure where to start? Call the Silver City Gospel Mission: 575-388-5071. Police, fire or sheriff, not an emergency: 575-388-8840 (Central Dispatch). Print our list of phone numbers →
These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Find out what they need
You can ask"What do you need most today: soap, toothbrush, razors, pads or tampons, or diapers?"
You can ask"Do you need diapers for a baby, or supplies for an adult?"
2Get a hygiene kit at the Mission
At the Gospel MissionFree hygiene and survival kits. Ask at the front desk.
610 N. Silver St. (cul-de-sac at 7th St. and Gold, behind the public works yard), Silver City · Usually opens December 1, every night from 5:00 pm. May be open more of the year: SPIN reported 3,900 bed nights in one quarter of 2025. Call to check.
4Pads and tampons
Students can get free pads and tampons in school restrooms. New Mexico law requires them in public schools.
New Mexico public schools (HB 134 free period products)
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, 575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.