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Giving the Basics – Soap & Hope Showdown

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An afternoon of friendly competition, team building, and community impact took place on September 17th as Giving the Basics hosted its inaugural Soap & Hope Showdown! Teams took on fast-paced challenges, all while supporting the organization’s mission of providing greater access to the everyday essentials that help people live with dignity and confidence.

(Front row) Helen DeLozier, Brittany Branch, and Chrissy Alvey (back row) Bailey Warlen, Jake Berger, Eric Braun, Ashton Fink, Laura Venn, and Bethany Zimbelman
Leslie Westling, Shantenie Tyner, Joshua Yomens, Lesley Conchola, and Chris Cline
Ben Fitzpatrick, Matthew Mangels, Hannah Adams, Aaron Lafferty, Amanda Lafferty, Laura Sherman, Amy Mangels, and Tara Fraser

Featured in the October 31, 2026 issue of The Independent.

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