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Aunt Flow's 2024 Impact Report: A Commitment to Menstrual Equity

In a world where essential products for menstruation are often viewed as luxuries, Aunt Flow is courageously paving a path towards menstrual equity. The woman-founded and led company recently unveiled their 2024 Impact Report, a comprehensive review detailing the organization’s achievements in ensuring access to high-quality period products in public spaces. Amid economic uncertainties and rising costs, Aunt Flow is making strides to normalize the accessibility of menstrual products, ensuring that every menstruating individual can obtain them free of charge.

Key Highlights from the 2024 Impact Report

1. Increased Accessibility
Over the past year, Aunt Flow has truly outdone itself, supplying over 34 million period products to institutions nationwide. In addition, they donated over one million period products in the past year alone, accumulating to over seven million since 2021. This substantial figure is equivalent to providing a complete cycle’s worth of pads to 350,000 menstruating individuals. Such efforts are crucial as they aim to eliminate period poverty – an urgent issue affecting many people across various communities.

2. Strategic Partnerships
Collaborating with schools and universities has become a cornerstone of Aunt Flow's mission. Their partnerships have enabled menstrual equity initiatives to reach more than two million students, with products now available in 616 grade schools and 417 higher education institutions. These partnerships empower youth and ensure that students do not miss school due to menstrual challenges, fostering a supportive environment for learning.

3. Sustainability Commitment
Aunt Flow is also focused on sustainability, striving to make their products more eco-friendly. Efforts to reduce plastic waste in packaging and an emphasis on sustainable practices mean Aunt Flow now provides organic and environmentally certified period products to a larger audience. Their commitment to reducing environmental footprint showcases a holistic approach to business that prioritizes both health and the planet.

4. Policy Advocacy
The company actively supports legislation aimed at improving the accessibility of menstrual products in both public and private sectors. With ongoing efforts in various states, Aunt Flow assists organizations in crafting robust period programs that meet the needs of all menstruators. Results from surveys conducted in Utah confirmed that improved access to period products in K-12 institutions correlates remarkably with increased school attendance and participation.

5. Product Innovations
Innovation at Aunt Flow is not limited to product distribution. This year, the company proudly launched a sanitary disposal system designed to mitigate the environmental hazards linked to flushed period products. This system enhances safety for users and janitorial staff, significantly reducing risk associated with bloodborne pathogens.

A Personal Message of Commitment

Claire Coder, the Chief Estrogen Officer and founder of Aunt Flow, expressed, "Our 2024 Impact Report showcases the meaningful strides we have made in fighting period poverty. We remain committed to breaking barriers and ensuring menstrual products are treated as a necessity, not a luxury, which feels more relevant now than ever before."

Aunt Flow actively invites individuals, organizations, and policymakers to join the movement towards advancing menstrual equity. With products available nationwide, the company encourages a broader dialogue on menstrual health as essential for well-being.

The full 2024 Impact Report can be downloaded directly from their website.

About Aunt Flow

Aunt Flow is committed to improving lives by providing free and accessible menstrual products in various public facilities. Through patented dispensing systems, they ensure that organic cotton tampons and pads are available at no cost to all individuals who menstruate. The company has dispensers installed in over 60,000 bathrooms across the U.S. and continues to grow. With a mission rooted in inclusivity, transparency, and advocacy, Aunt Flow has donated more than seven million period products to nonprofits catering to those in need. Visit www.goauntflow.com for more information and to join their impactful initiatives.