MercyOne hosts diaper drive September 25-29
September 21, 2023Waterloo, Iowa; September 22, 2023– Diapers are an essential but expensive need, costing about $100 per month per child.
About one in three families struggle with affording diapers for their infants, babies and toddlers. To help fill this need in our community, MercyOne is collecting diapers of all brands and sizes as well as cash donations September 25-29. Diapers will be delivered to local nonprofits, including Love Inc., Alternatives Pregnancy Center and Plentiful Pantry.
“Not being able to afford diapers can negatively impact a family’s ability to work. Daycares typically require parents to supply diapers and if parents are unable to, they may not be able to access childcare,” said Heidi Witt, MercyOne senior community benefit coordinator.
“These organizations do a great job serving our community and we’re excited to partner with them,” Witt said. “Safety-net programs don’t typically allow diapers or other hygiene products to be purchased with funds, so this is a critical need.”
Diaper donations can be dropped off at the following MercyOne locations:
