“Launee Wolverton was inspired to give back to women in need in the community, and the effort is catching on as hundreds of bags have been donated. “
Your contribution, big or small, creates a ripple effect of change. Here’s how you can get involved:
Donate – Every dollar helps us purchase supplies and fill more purses.
Give Supplies – Toiletries, feminine products, and new or gently used handbags are always in need.
Volunteer – From packing purses to organizing drives, there’s a place for everyone on our team.
Fundraise & Share – Spread the word and rally your community to support women in need.
Together, we can expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope.
Purses With a Purpose is dedicated to restoring dignity and hope to women in need across our community. Through the collection and distribution of handbags filled with essential items, we provide comfort, encouragement, and a tangible reminder that every woman matters. Whether you’re donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, your involvement helps us uplift women facing hardship and remind them they’re not alone.
Purses With a Purpose is a Boise-based nonprofit organization that collects new and gently used handbags filled with essential hygiene and comfort items. These purses are donated to women in shelters, transitional housing, and crisis situations throughout Idaho to bring a message of hope, dignity, and compassion.
Founded by local community members who wanted to make a tangible difference for women in need, Purses With a Purpose began as a small grassroots effort. What started with a few friends collecting handbags has grown into a community-wide movement supported by volunteers, businesses, and donors across the Treasure Valley.
Our purses are distributed to women and teens served by Idaho shelters, crisis centers, and nonprofit partners. Recipients include survivors of domestic violence, women experiencing homelessness, and those rebuilding their lives after hardship.
Each purse is filled with a mix of new or unopened essentials such as shampoo, deodorant, soap, lotion, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, socks, tissues, snacks, and encouraging notes or cards. Donors can also include small personal touches—like a journal or piece of jewelry—to make it special.
You can donate new or gently used purses, individual hygiene items, or pre-filled purses. We host regular community collection drives and maintain drop-off locations throughout the Boise area. Monetary donations are also welcome and go directly toward purchasing supplies and supporting our outreach programs.
Absolutely! Volunteers are the heart of what we do. You can help by collecting items, hosting a purse drive at your workplace or church, assembling purses at our community events, or helping with deliveries. Visit our “Get Involved” page to sign up for upcoming opportunities.
Your contribution—whether through donations, volunteering, or financial support—truly changes lives. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Purses with a Purpose Boise is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
Our mission is to provide essential support to women in need through community-driven donations, sponsorships, and volunteer efforts.
Join us for our 2nd Annual Fundraiser on February 6, 2026 — a night dedicated to empowering women, celebrating community, and supporting local programs that make a difference. This year’s event will feature inspiring stories, live entertainment, and opportunities to connect with others who share our passion for giving back.
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Contact us today to learn more about volunteer opportunities, sponsorships, and ways you can get involved in this incredible movement.
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