Sometimes, it’s the simple things — like clean clothes — that can make a world of difference. That’s the mission behind Orange Sky, a not-for-profit organisation offering free mobile laundry and shower services to people doing it tough. And now, thanks to a powerful partnership with Alsco, this mission is reaching even more families in need, right in the heart of Māngere.
A Load Off - literally and figuratively
For many families in the Māngere community, accessing a washing machine isn’t always an option. With rising living costs and housing challenges, keeping up with everyday essentials like laundry can become a real burden. Orange Sky’s mobile laundry van offers a game-changing service — free washing, drying, and a safe space for conversation.
One first-time user, highlighted in a recent RNZ article, said the service felt like a “huge weight lifted.” Not only were they grateful for the clean clothes, but also for the kindness and dignity the Orange Sky volunteers bring with them.
How Alsco Uniforms Helps Power the Mission
As a long-standing leader in workplace hygiene and linen rental services, Alsco Uniforms brings more than just equipment to the partnership. They support Orange Sky with logistical help, industrial supplies, and behind-the-scenes resources that help keep the laundry vans running smoothly.
Together, Orange Sky and Alsco Uniforms are making it easier for families to focus on what really matters — their health, their kids, and their futures — without worrying about something as basic (yet essential) as clean clothes.
More Than Just a Wash
Orange Sky is about more than laundry — it’s about connection. Each mobile van is staffed by volunteers who lend a friendly ear and open heart. For many users, the chance to talk while their clothes are being washed is just as valuable as the service itself
By combining social impact with everyday support, Orange Sky and Alsco Uniforms are proving that compassion, community, and clean clothes go hand in hand.
Get Involved
Whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, there are plenty of ways to support the incredible work Orange Sky and Alsco Uniforms are doing across New Zealand.
To learn more, visit:
🔗 orangesky.org.nz
Further reading/media:
- https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/ldr/557752/free-laundry-service-by-orange-sky-a-load-off-for-mangere-families-first-time-user-says
- https://pmn.co.nz/read/news/free-laundry-service-by-orange-sky-a-load-off-for-mangere-families-says-first-time-user
- https://voxy.co.nz/national/orange-sky-launches-permanent-south-auckland-laundry-service-to-meet-growing-need/21498/
- https://waateanews.com/2025/04/04/kat-doughty-orange-sky-senior-impact-manager-3/
