The Hawaii Diaper Bank recently received a $10,500 donation from Hawaiian Electric to support its efforts to eliminate diaper need on Hawaii Island.
The Hawaii Diaper Bank recently received a $10,500 donation from Hawaiian Electric to support its efforts to eliminate diaper need on Hawaii Island.
The nonprofit organization collects diapers, baby wipes and other basic essentials through community drives and events as well as corporate donations and low-cost bulk purchasing. It also accepts new hygiene products, pacifiers and other teething items as well as new or gently used blankets, books, clothing, diaper bags, and toys for children up to age 5. The items are distributed through a network of 20 community-based organizations that assist low-income families with young children.
Located in Waimea, Hawaii Diaper Bank is the first diaper bank in the state and the only diaper bank on Hawaii Island. On average, it serves 550 children per month. Since 2016, the organization has distributed more than 1.6 million donations that include 517,955 diapers.
To learn more about the Hawaii Diaper Bank, visit www.hawaiidiaperbank.org or email info@hawaiidiaperbank.org.
