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National Hygiene Week returns, 14th-20th September 2026 to raise awareness about the impact hygiene poverty is having in Ireland, but also to raise awareness about the unprecedented demand for our service, with 2026 on course to be the our busiest year to date.
National Hygiene Week, Hygiene Hub's annual nationwide campaign highlighting hygiene poverty and the difficult choices people are being forced to make between essential hygiene products and other basic needs.
Hygiene Hub is inviting individuals, schools, businesses and community groups across Ireland to get involved by donating products, fundraising or volunteering with their local Hub.
What We Do
At Hygiene Hub, we believe basic hygiene should be a right, not a privilege and yet many are struggling to afford the basics. Our volunteers collect and distribute products to those in need in their local area via our Community Partners - a mix of charities, schools and local organisations.
What Is Hygiene Poverty
Hygiene Poverty is the inability to afford many of the everyday essential hygiene items that most of us take for granted. It can look like one family sharing a toothbrush, or parents reusing dirty nappies, or being unable to wash clothes, sports kits and uniforms as often as is necessary.
Hike For Hygiene
As always, the week will close with our annual Hike for Hygiene fundraiser taking place in various locations across the country. Either join our volunteers, or gather your friends and family and pick your own route and take part in a sponsored Hike (or walk!) on Saturday 19th or Sunday 20th September to raise some much needed funds for Hygiene Hub.
If you are unable to join us on these days, you can still get involved by donating to one of the fundraisers happening across the country.
Current Fundraisers
Get Involved
As an organisation we are determined to combat hygiene poverty in all areas of society, but we can't do this alone. Will you join us?
We are always looking for volunteers to get involved in our local hubs! Our next induction sessions are scheduled for the 24th September and 1st October.
Think you know your general knowledge? Join us for our first ever Hygiene Hub Pub Quiz on 17th September in Smyth's of Ranelagh. There’ll be questions, competition, prizes and plenty of opportunities to raise money for Hygiene Hub.
Spread The Word
For those struggling, hygiene items are often the first to go. Join us this NHW, to ensure Hygiene Poverty gets the recognition it deserves. We all desire to feel clean, confident and healthy.
