The story of Laundry Love began with T-Bone, a gentleman living in Ventura California. In one particular conversation, a question was asked of him: “T-Bone, how can we come alongside your life in a meaningful way?” His response was honest and practical. “If I had clean clothes, people would treat me like a human being.”
The mission of Laundry Love is to wash the clothes and bedding of low/no income families and individuals. Laundry Love exists to help prevent physical and emotional strain that poor health and hygiene places on the under-resourced in our community.
United Way of Central Kansas brought this program to Great Bend in August and so far has helped more than 50 families and provided nearly 240 loads of laundry.
Funds for up to 5 loads of laundry per family as well as all supplies needed are provided this month by Stueder Contractors. Come down to Discount Laundry, 924 Jefferson Street, on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. (last load in at 1:30).
To learn more about the program visit www.laundrylove.org or contact United Way of Central Kansas at 620-792-2403.