People experiencing homelessness navigate each day without the dependable comfort of a private bathroom, fresh linens, or a safe place to launder cloth. A simple, clean towel restores a sense of dignity, supports hygiene, and helps make interviews, appointments, and daily tasks a little easier. In this guide, we’ll show how DAVELEN disposable towels—made from soft, plant-based viscose and designed for single use—can meaningfully improve outreach efforts and donation kits while staying gentle on skin and light on the planet.
Why Towels Matter in Homeless Outreach
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Dignity & confidence: Clean skin and hair support self-worth and make it easier to attend job interviews, meet with caseworkers, or rest more comfortably in a shelter.
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Practical hygiene: From washing hands to freshening up between services, a towel is the backbone of a care kit.
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Safety & comfort: Drying off after rain, cleaning up a spill, or creating a clean surface—small comforts add up.
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Easy to give, easy to carry: A compact, single-use towel fits in backpacks, glove compartments, and donation bags without adding weight or laundry.
What Makes DAVELEN Towels Different
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Plant-based & compostable – made from renewable viscose.
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Hypoallergenic & gentle – safe for sensitive skin.
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Hygienic single-use design – no shared linens or cross-contamination.
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Compact & travel-ready – easy to fit in small kits and bags.
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Multiple sizes – 55" × 28" (body), 32" × 16" (face/hair), 15" × 15" (hands/utility).
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Pet-friendly – safe for cleaning bowls, paws, and fur.
Choosing the Right Size for Your Kit
55" × 28" (Body Towel) – full-body drying after showers, rain, or heat-relief stations.
32" × 16" (Face & Hair Towel) – best for face/hand washing and hair drying.
15" × 15" (Hand/Utility Cloth) – for hands, spills, and surfaces.
Tip: Mix sizes (1 body + 1 face/hair + 2 utility) for balanced kits.
Care-Kit “Recipes”
1) Ultra-Compact Hygiene Kit
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1 × 32" × 16" towel
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2 × 15" × 15" cloths
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Travel soap
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Toothbrush + toothpaste
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Lip balm, tissues, socks (optional)
2) Shelter Welcome Bag
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1 × 55" × 28" towel
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1 × 32" × 16" towel
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2 × 15" × 15" cloths
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Soap, deodorant, comb, reusable bottle
3) Street Outreach Pack
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2 × 32" × 16" towels
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2–3 × 15" × 15" cloths
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Hand sanitizer, lotion, wipes, bandages
4) Family Comfort Kit
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55" × 28" towels for adults
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32" × 16" towels for kids
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Gentle body wash, diapers, small toy
5) Disaster-Relief Add-On
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1 × 55" × 28" towel
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1 × 32" × 16" towel
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2 × 15" × 15" cloths
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Soap sheets, first-aid kit, zip bags
How to Use a Disposable Towel Without a Shower
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Moisten with clean water (and soap if available).
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Wipe face and neck first, then arms, torso, legs, feet.
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Use a second cloth for hands and spills.
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Pat dry.
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Dispose responsibly (never flush).
Sustainability & Responsible Disposal
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Made from plant-based viscose.
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Compostable where facilities exist.
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Helps save water and energy vs. laundering.
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Compact packaging reduces storage space.
Respectful, Trauma-Informed Giving
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Always ask before offering.
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Provide choices (unscented products, towel size).
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Use person-first language (“people experiencing homelessness”).
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Respect privacy and dignity.
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Include an extra towel for pets when possible.
Storage & Distribution Tips
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Store in dry areas, sealed bags.
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Pre-sort by size for easy kit assembly.
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Add seasonal items (hand warmers or cooling wipes).
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Include instruction cards on towel use & disposal.
FAQs
Are DAVELEN towels safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, they are hypoallergenic and gentle.
Are they compostable?
Yes, made from plant-based viscose. Do not flush.
Which sizes should I donate?
A mix is best: 55" × 28" (body), 32" × 16" (face), 15" × 15" (hands).
Can they be used for pets?
Yes, safe for paws, bowls, and fur.
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