Diaper
Drive
Toolkit
FOR LOCAL HEROES EVERYWHERE
Plan
Give
Collect
a successful diaper drive
to a partner organization
donated products
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National Diaper Bank Network Diaper Drive Toolkit
Thank You from NDBN
Dear Diaper Drive Organizer,
The National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) thanks you for
your generous commitment of time and effort to coordinate
a community diaper drive to help end diaper need. Living in
all of our communities are babies and families who lack
diapers and other material basic necessities. Thanks to you,
more diapers will be available to support struggling families.
Plus, more people will learn about about this critical public
health issue, and our collective efforts to end diaper need so
that all children and families can thrive and reach their full
potential.
Your leadership to help end diaper need is much
appreciated. One diaper may not last long, but the effects of
raising awareness and mobilizing your community will lead
to change.
We hope you enjoy coordinating the drive, and that you will
let us know how it goes!
Sincerely,
Susan M. Van Ness
Chief of Programs
Hosting a Diaper Drive
Diaper Drive Ideas
Social Media Tips
Social Media Samples
Diaper Drive Checklist
Diaper Collection Form
Diaper Drive Goal Sheet
Fact Sheet Handouts
Diaper Drive Flyers and Signs
Let's Get Started!
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National Diaper Bank Network Diaper Drive Toolkit
This Toolkit Includes
Share Your Plans with NDBN
and Your Local Diaper Bank
Pick a place that is centrally located.
A library, school, or local business.
Gain the support of the community
by making it convenient to donate!
Selecting a location that is easily
accessible will generate greater
participation. Label collection bins,
and download our drop box flyer!
Choose Your
Location(s)
We encourage you to contact us if you are hosting a diaper drive for your local diaper
bank. We can help promote your diaper drive. Your local NDBN member diaper
program can provide you with resources and promotion.
Plan to host your diaper drive for at
least a week or longer, so people
have enough time to donate. Does
it make sense to tie your drive to a
holiday or community tradition?
Perhaps you can partner with an
already planned event! FYI: National
Diaper Need Awareness Week takes
place at the end of every
September.
Decide on a
Time Frame
Announce your diaper drive
through social media, press
releases to local media and the
posting of notices (like the fact
sheets and flyers included) near the
locations to donate! One of the best
ways to advertise is word of mouth
so be sure to talk about anyone and
everyone.
Get the
Word Out
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Hosting a Diaper Drive
Hosting a drive with a few friends, co-workers, or family members can really help spread the
word and minimize the workload by sharing it among a few people. Grab a helpful hand or two
and get started!
Time to Team Up
Picking a theme can make your diaper
drive standout! Themes can be as
simple as Moms Helping Moms, Stuff a
Bus, or other creative ideas like a
themed dinner dance for diapers!
Themes
Schools
Places of worship
Community Centers
Offices
Libraries
Coffee Shops
Car Dealerships
Gyms
Grocery Stores
Fire Stations
Be creative and convenient. There are
many ideal locations for a diaper drive.
Some examples include:
Locations
Make your diaper drive fun and
engaging! Have a competition and
offer small prizes or recognition for
the team, class or office that brings in
the most diapers! Friendly
competition can help spread the word
and increase turnout.
Make It a
Competition
Baby Shower
Block Party
Birthday Party
Cocktail Party
Game Night
Movie Night
If you're planning a party, ask guests to
bring a pack of diapers as their
admission!
Party It Up
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Be sure to promote your results to all those who participated and others as well. Use terms
like "this time we collected" or "this time we raised..." so people understand there is an
ongoing need. Offer support to those who want to host a diaper drive of their own!
Pass the Torch!
National Diaper Bank Network Diaper Drive Toolkit
Diaper Drive Ideas
Social media is a highly effective tool to reach a large number of people in very little time.
Take advantage of your online presence and notify as many people as possible to
participate in your diaper drive. (Make sure your volunteers are doing the same!)
Get the Word Out
Create a Facebook "Event" and invite all your friends. This is a great way to keep track of interest and to post
updates on your collection status. Be sure to share the event with NDBN and your local diaper bank
Share your story (create posts with all the diaper drive details or even record a Facebook Live)
Create a sharable profile picture frame
Thank donors by giving them a shout out and tagging them in your posts
Upload plenty of photos and use the universal hashtag #EndDiaperNeed in your posts
Facebook
Share pictures of your diaper drive flyer, donations, EVERYTHING
Utilize the location tagging tool to share your collection sites
Tag NDBN (@DiaperNetwork) and your local diaper bank
Use hashtags like #EndDiaperNeed and #DiaperOn
Instagram
Tweet before, during, and after your fundraiser. Let your supporters know how planning is going, how close you
are to your goal, and the results
Share a link to your Facebook event, or fundraising page where followers can learn more about your diaper drive
and diaper need
Remember to include the hashtag #EndDiaperNeed and personal hashtags for your diaper bank
Twitter
Emails are incredibly effective tools to utilize throughout your diaper drive. Personalize your
message and go into detail on why you are hosting a diaper drive and would like the
individual or company to participate. Explain what you are collecting, where, and of course,
your goal.
Get Personal: Send an Email!
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Social Media Tips
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I believe all babies deserve clean diapers. Please show support by donating
to my diaper drive! (insert graphic with details on diaper drive)
Did you know 1 in 2 families struggles with #DiaperNeed? Please donate to
my diaper drive to help change that.
Small things impact big things. That is why I'm holding a diaper drive on
behalf of @DiaperNetwork. Please consider giving today (add time a
location details)
Diaper need is a hidden consequence of poverty. Help me reach my goal
today and donate to my diaper drive! Every diaper counts.
Help make a difference in a family's life today. Donate to my diaper drive
that will be taking place (location). #EndDiaperNeed
#DiaperNeed Fact: Without a supply of diapers, babies cannot participate in
early childhood education. Please consider donating to my diaper drive.
Babiesrequire up to 12 diapers per day, at a cost of $70-$80 per month per
baby -- a cost many families cannot afford. #EndDiaperNeed.
Followus on social media:
@DiaperNetwork
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Social Media Samples
National Diaper Bank Network
and your local diaper bank have
graphics you can use in your
social media posts. Find them
on our Facebook page.
Helpful Hint
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Partner with an organization1.
First visit nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org to
find an NDBN member in your area. If there
isn't one, reach out to agencies such as
women's shelters, food pantries, publicly
funded child care centers, or health clinics.
Follow this 10 point checklist to ensure you have a
successful diaper drive. #DiaperOn
Ask friends, family, colleagues or neighbors
to help out!
3. Recruit volunteers
How many donations would you like to
raise? Ask the organization you're donating
to what sizes they need most. Develop a way
to track your progress. (Use our goal chart!)
5. Set your goals
Announce you diaper drive via social media,
emails, local news outlets, and notices
throughout your community. Distribute the
diaper need fact sheets in this toolkit. Be
active before and during the diaper drive!
7. Spread the word
Rally the volunteers and deliver your
donated diapers to your partner
organization. Don't forget to take photos
and share them!
9. Collect and deliver
Pick one or more locations that are centrally
located and willing to help, like a local
business, bank, library, etc. Be sure to label
you collection bin (flyer included in this
toolkit).
2. Choose your location
Typically, diaper drives run for one week to a
month.
4. Select a start and end date
Whether its a Stuff a Bus, a themed party, or
a simple diaper drive in your office, choose
what works for you!
6. Decide on your theme
Depending on how many diapers are
donated, consider what type of vehicle you
will need to transport them.
8. Set up transportation
Post pictures on social media and let
everyone know (including NDBN) your
results! Don't forget to thank donors and
volunteers too!
10. Share your results
National Diaper Bank Network Diaper Drive Toolkit
Diaper Drive Checklist
Use this form to track the number and sizes of diapers you
collect. Be sure to provide this information to the
organization you donate to after your drive is done!
Total Donations:
Number of Wipes:
Financial Contributions:
Number of Diapers:
Phone number:
Your group/organization/name:
Email:
Date:
Diaper bank/program donated to:
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Diaper Collection Form
Size
Number of Diapers
Newborn
Size 1
Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Pullups
Misc.
TOTAL
Size 5
Size 6
1 in 2 families struggle with #DiaperNeed.
Help a family today by donating a box of diapers!
Our Goal: _______ Diapers!
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@DiaperNetwork
@NationalDiaperBankNetwork
NDBN is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax
deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Founding Sponsor
The National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) is
a national nonprofit established in 2011 in
partnership with founding sponsor Huggies.
NDBN is the leading authority on diaper
need in the United States, working to build
strong families and communities.
What Is the
National Diaper Bank Network?
Our Network
NDBN member diaper bank
programs in the US
Babies helped monthly
Diapers distributed by NDBN
member diaper banks (2021)
225+
254K
185M
Diapers are material basic necessities all children require, as essential as food,
shelter, and clothing. Yet, most state and national safety-net programs do not
recognize diapers as a basic need.
Why Diapers?
Elevate national awareness of diaper need
Support the expansion and capacity of sustainable diaper bank
programs in local communities throughout the US
Build national partnerships to foster the donation and distribution
of material basic necessities, including diapers and wipes.
Our Goals
National Diaper Need Awareness Week
Diaper Banks in America Conference
NDBN Lobby Day
Our Programs
SUPPORTNDBN by making a donation at nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
All proceeds go towards our mission to help meet the basic needs of all babies and their families.
VOLUNTEER at your local NDBN member diaper bank.
You can find one in your area by visiting nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
HOST your own diaper drive and donate the product to a local diaper bank.
Download our free diaper drive toolkit on nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
Ways You Can Help
Community Diaper Program Assistance
Basic Needs Curriculum
Alliance for Period Supplies
Followus on social media:
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@DiaperNetwork
@NationalDiaperBankNetwork
Fast Facts about...
National Diaper Bank Network
NDBN is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax
deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Founding Sponsor
Diaper need is the lack of a
sufficient amount of diapers to
keep a baby clean, dry, and
healthy.
Babies require up to 12 diapers a
day, toddlers about eight.
What Is Diaper Need?
Babies and toddlers live in
poor or low-income families.
Average monthly cost of
diapers per child.
Number of federal programs
that cover the cost of diapers.
The Numbers
5M
$70-$80
0
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Diapers are material basic necessities all children require,
as essential as food, shelter, and clothing. Yet, most state
and national safety-net programs do not recognize
diapers as a basic need.
Babies who remain too long in a soiled diaper are exposed to
potential health risks
Most child care centers, even free and subsidizedfacilities, require
parents to provide a day's supply of disposable diapers
Many parents cannot go to work or school if they can't leave their
babies at child care
The Consequences of Diaper Need
SUPPORTNDBN by making a donation at nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
All proceeds go towards our mission to help meet the basic needs of all babies and their families.
VOLUNTEER at your local NDBN member diaper bank.
You can find one in your area by visiting nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
HOST your own diaper drive and donate the product to a local diaper bank.
Download our free diaper drive toolkit on nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
Ways You Can Help
A recent study conducted by NDBN and Huggies found that parents who struggled
with diaper need missed an average of four days of work a month.*
*As revealed by the Diaper Need and Its Impact on U.S. Families study conducted by the National Diaper Bank Network and Huggies
Fast Facts about...
Diaper Need in the United States
NDBN is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax
deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Founding Sponsor
Fast Facts about...
Diaper Banks
A diaper bank is a nonprofit organization
that collects, stores, and distributes free
diapers to homeless shelters, food
pantries, family service agencies and
faith-based organizations, among
others. Some are direct service
organizations as well.
What Is a Dipaer Bank?
NDBN member diaper banks
in the US
Percent of diaper banks run
solely by volunteers
Number of community-based
agency partners
The Numbers
225+
55%
4000+
Diaper banks help build strong families and bring the critical public health issue of diaper
need to the forefront of local, state, and national discussions on poverty.
The Mission
Funds donated to diaper banks enable the direct purchase of diapers
through innovative cost-saving programs
Diaper drives by individuals, communities, and businesses collect
diapers to donate to local programs
Volunteers and employees repackage diapers and perform other
essential duties
How Diaper Banks Function
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Households experiencing diaper need are an average of 50 diapers short
a month
More than a quarter of families in diaper need rely on diaper banks to
help fill the gap*
The Diaper Gap
*As revealed by the Diaper Need and Its Impact on U.S. Families
study conducted by the National Diaper Bank Network and Huggies
SUPPORTNDBN by making a donation at nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
All proceeds go towards our mission to help meet the basic needs of all babies and their families.
VOLUNTEER at your local NDBN member diaper bank.
You can find one in your area by visiting nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
HOST your own diaper drive and donate the product to a local diaper bank.
Download our free diaper drive toolkit on nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org.
Ways You Can Help
NDBN is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax
deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Founding Sponsor
BASICS AREN'T BASIC.
They're essential.
Please support our
DIAPER DRIVE
Thank you for helping keep
babies clean, dry, and healthy.
Date(s):
Location(s):
Hosted by:
All funds and diapers donated benefit:
Drop Diapers
Here
Now feel good for helping keep
babies clean, dry, and healthy.
