Glow Forward 2025 Impact
When we launched Glow Forward, we started with a simple belief: self-care is not a luxury, it’s a human right.
What began as an idea rooted in dignity, confidence, and access quickly became something much bigger than we imagined.
In just our first year, Glow Forward grew into a national, student-led movement focused on collecting and donating self-care, hygiene, and beauty essentials to individuals facing housing insecurity, financial hardship, and limited access to basic necessities. The response from students, communities, and partners across the country affirmed what we already knew: small acts of care can create powerful change.
By the Numbers
In our inaugural year, Glow Forward has:
Launched 80 student-led chapters across the country
Donated 5,103 hygiene and self-care items
Partnered with shelters, clinics, transitional housing programs, and community organizations serving women and individuals in need
Behind every number is a moment: someone receiving shampoo before an interview, skincare products that restore confidence, or a hygiene kit that brings comfort and dignity during a difficult season.
More Than Donations
Glow Forward was never just about products. It was about how people feel when they receive them. Our chapters worked tirelessly to organize donation drives, coordinate with local shelters, and build partnerships rooted in respect and empathy. Many chapters tailored their drives to meet the specific needs of their communities, from interview readiness kits to rotation-site collections run by students during clinical training.
These efforts were led by students balancing exams, rotations, and personal responsibilities, yet they showed up consistently, driven by the shared mission of making self-care accessible.
A Community Effort
This first year would not have been possible without:
Dedicated chapter leads who built Glow Forward from the ground up at their schools
Passionate volunteers who gave their time and creativity
Generous donors who trusted us with their contributions
Community partners who welcomed collaboration and helped ensure donations reached those who needed them most
Glow Forward exists because of collective belief and collective action.
Looking Ahead
As we reflect on our first year, we’re proud - but we’re just getting started.
In 2026, we’re committed to:
Launching more chapters
Expanding community partnerships
Increasing access to essential care
Continuing to center dignity, respect, and confidence in everything we do
More chapters. More access. More care.
Thank you to everyone who helped make Glow Forward’s first year possible. Your support has created real impact and we’re so excited for what’s ahead.
