We’re so glad you’re here! You’re now part of a growing global network of hygiene banks and hygiene programs working together to improve access to essential hygiene with dignity, quality, and care. The Hygiene Bank Association exists to strengthen our collective work through shared standards, learning, and community connection.
This page will help you get oriented and take your first steps. You don’t need to do everything at once, just think of this as your starting point.
Start Here: Watch the Orientation Video
🎥 Orientation Video (12 minutes)
This video is the best place to begin. It walks through:
What HBA membership means
How the portal is structured
How members use shared tools and resources
What support is available to you
👉 We recommend watching this first before exploring the rest of the portal.
Next Steps
We suggest completing these steps within your first two weeks:
Step 1: Complete the Orientation Video
Start with the big picture so the rest of the portal makes sense.
Step 2: Review the Member Manual
Use the Member Manual as a reference to understand shared quality standards and expectations. It’s especially helpful for leadership, staff, and board members.
Step 3: Visit Your HBA Dashboard
From your dashboard, you can:
Access trainings and resources
View current grant opportunities* (apart of the add-on programming)
Download your HBA Member Badge and add to your website
Review reporting information to prepare for June/July reporting
Find fellow members
Request trainings or add your voice to the blog!
Step 4: Increase Your Visibility with the Hygiene Locator
One of the most immediate benefits of membership is being listed on the Hygiene Locator.
Certified HBA members receive:
Priority placement on the map
A certification badge on their listing
Increased visibility to donors and community members
If you haven’t already, we encourage you to add your organization to the Hygiene Locator once your profile is complete. You can learn more about how to do so under “Helpful Tutorial Videos”.
We’re Here to Support You
The portal is designed to support you and your team overtime so feel free to explore the resources, blogs, and benefits at your own pace.
If you have questions at any point, about the portal, reporting, the Hygiene Locator, or membership benefits, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
We’re excited to learn from you, grow alongside you, and strengthen hygiene access together.
Welcome to the Hygiene Bank Association.