WHAT IS DIAPER NEED?

WHAT IS DIAPER NEED AND WHO DOES IT AFFECT?

  • Diaper need is the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep a baby or toddler clean, dry and healthy.
  • Despite being a basic hygiene item, diapers are not
    covered by government assistance programs like WIC or SNAP.
  • Infants and toddlers typically require 8-12 diaper changes per day, which can cost up to $100 every month.
  • After the pandemic, nearly one in two families in the U.S. struggle with diaper need.

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

The JLC Diaper Bank relies on community support to make an impact. Here are FOUR easy ways you can help us #ENDDIAPERNEED!

1. Host a diaper drive in your office, community, or even virtually! Diaper drive registrations are now open here: https://linktr.ee/diaperbank. The Diaper Bank Committee will be in touch to provide drive materials including toolkit, sign, and barrel. Diaper Drive Hosts Needed Flyer

  1. Engage your network and support the community.
  2. Use drop-off at your home or business.
  3. Then, deliver your diaper donations to the JLC Diaper Bank (51 Folly Road) Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  4. Register your drive here and find the drive toolkit here. 

2. Don’t have the space to host an in-person drive?  Host a Virtual Diaper Drive:

  1. The JLC encourages individuals, including students, to host their own drives to increase awareness of diaper need and the Diaper Bank and its mission throughout the Lowcountry.
  2. Register your drive here and find the drive toolkit here.

3. Help us spread awareness of #DiaperNeed!  

  1. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
  2. Re-share our content or post your own stories!
  3. Encourage/tag your friends and followers to get involved.

4. Donate to the Diaper Bank! 

  1. Click Here to donate directly to the Diaper Bank.
  2. Donating to the Diaper Bank allows us to leverage discounts with bulk purchases.
  3. Monetary donations supplement diapers received during drives.