Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

About Us:

The PATESI Foundation is dedicated to advancing period equity and empowering the community through education, access, and advocacy. We believe that no one should have their potential limited by a lack of menstrual resources or understanding—and we work every day to change that.

Role Overview:

The PATESI Foundation is seeking male volunteers to serve as educators and allies.  No previous experience needed. We are inviting men who believe in dignity, equity, and community support to join our Male Ally-ship Program as volunteer educators. This is an initiative designed to equip boys and men with the knowledge and confidence to support menstrual health, reduce stigma, and stand alongside peers experiencing period poverty. Menstrual health isn’t “a women’s issue”, it’s a human issue, and we need passionate male voices to help normalize the conversation, challenge stigma, and help educate the community.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer educator, you will:

Learn essential menstrual health education to help dismantle shame and misinformationHelp break harmful stereotypes and silence Facilitate safe, fun and respectful conversations with youth and adults Provide a safe space for discussionShare practical ways men can support individuals lacking access to menstrual products Model empathy, leadership, and ally-ship in your community

Our first event will be held on December 11th at Montgomery College, Takoma Park from 3:00-4:00 PM. More sessions coming in the new year. We are looking to start training our volunteers as soon as possible. This is more than just volunteering, it’s stepping up as a role model and helping build a world where no one is shamed, silenced, or left behind because of something as natural as a period. If you believe in equity, dignity, and community impact, we would love to hear from you!

The PATESI Foundation invites individuals, schools, community groups, and businesses to join our mission by hosting a Period and Postpartum Essentials Collection Drive. Your team can help ensure that girls and women in need have access to period and postpartum essentials that support dignity, confidence, and opportunity.

Whether you gather supplies at your workplace, organize a neighborhood drop-off, or rally your classmates for a cause, every drive makes a difference. We’ll provide a toolkit with flyers, donation wish lists, and tips to make your drive a success.

What You’ll Do:

Choose your collection dates and location Spread the word Collect new, unopened period and postpartum products (pads, tampons, wipes,etc.) Deliver or ship collected items to a designated location. Pick up by a Patesi team member is also possible in the DMV.

Who Can Participate:

Individuals, families, schools, sororities/fraternities Faith-based and civic organizations Businesses and corporate teams

Why It Matters:

1 in 4 students miss class due to lack of access to period products. Your drive helps change that. Together, we can ensure that no girl is held back because of her period. You would be helping new mothers recover with dignity, comfort, and the essential care items they need during one of life’s most vulnerable and transformative times.

Ready to Get Started?

Sign up to host a collection drive and receive tips to make organizing simple and impactful.