AAA Federal Way collects 4,860 toiletries for those in need

During the holiday season, AAA Federal Way collected 4,860 items benefiting the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network.

During the holiday season, AAA Federal Way collected 4,860 items benefiting the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network.

Statewide, AAA Washington teamed up with local shelters, food banks and other charitable organizations to provide unused toiletries for those in need. The program’s eighth year proved to be the most successful year yet, bringing in 148,159 items or 12,347 pounds across Washington and northern Idaho.

“The generosity of our members, local businesses and community partners has made the 2015 Soap for Hope campaign record setting,” said Jennifer Cook, AAA Washington spokesperson.

This year, 25 AAA Washington locations participated in Soap for Hope. For more information, visit www.aaa.com/SoapForHope.