About Period OKC

Period OKC started as a single project to provide tampons for people experiencing homelessness during the pandemic and has grown to a 501c3 foundation dedicated to fighting period poverty. Founded by Jen Green in February 2021, Period OKC gained momentum with the addition of Linley Faye Smith. 

On the left, Linley Faye Smith - Vice President of Period OKC smiles and holds period pads. Standing next to Linley, on the right, Jen Green - President of Period OKC smiles and holds three tampons.

Our History

Truly a grassroots effort, Period OKC so far has been funded by community donations of cash and menstrual products that are provided at no cost to people in need. 

Period OKC has organized product drives, raised funds and provided over 100 individual deliveries of pads, tampons and cups to more than 65 locations throughout the OKC metro in their first year. The incorporation of the Period OKC Foundation in August 2021 and establishing a Board of Directors in May 2022 has brought Period OKC to where it is today.

Meet the Board

  • Linley Faye Smith

    President and Co-Founder

    Linley showed up to the first Period OKC event and has been going with the flow ever since.

  • Alicia Lincoln

    Vice President

    Alicia is a public health worker that believes everyone should have access to menstrual supplies, so she boxes pads and tampons for Period OKC to distribute.

  • Jennifer Young

    Treasurer

    Jennifer is an accountant that lends her expert eye for detail to count pads and tampons for Period OKC.

  • Kelly Albright

    Kelly is an educator who spends her days in the classroom and her evenings working to spread awareness about period poverty.

  • Christopher Craig

    Christopher is a supervisory auditor and father who enjoys helping others and supporting communities through advocacy and volunteering.

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    Jessi Riesenberg

    Jessi is passionate about affirming the dignity of every human person in her personal and professional life. Her personal experience compels her to combat shame around menstruation and teach all how understanding the natural cycle of the body is empowering while also striving to provide period products to those with limited resources.

  • Shannon Desherow

    Shannon graduated from UCO in 2016 and OU Law in 2020. Shannon is a practicing attorney, mother of a two-year-old daughter, and passionate about correcting inequalities in the system.

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    Alisha Harris

    Alisha is a public health practitioner who focuses her work on educating the community on how to gain access to care and health education. She believes that access to feminine hygiene products is essential and imperative for human dignity and providing whole-person care.

  • Elizabeth Gadsby

    Elizabeth feels a sense of responsibility for improving their community, and exercises discipline when working toward goals. They are humbled by this opportunity to work for their fellow Oklahomans. Sustainability and financial stability are two core values that influence Elizabeth's contributions to the board. They are passionate about raising awareness of period underwear, cloth pads, and menstrual cups; reusable options that are both better for the wallet and the environment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Period OKC Foundation does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.