The Junior League of Charleston (JLC) Diaper Bank today announced that they have reached the milestone of 1 million diapers distributed to those experiencing diaper need. The Diaper Bank will mark the occasion with a celebration on Saturday, November 9th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm in the parking lot of The Junior League Office (51 Folly Road).
During this time, the JLC Diaper Bank will accept donations to help stock their new storage pod that has been donated by Carolina Mobile Storage. Additionally, attendees can enjoy yard games and refreshments that will be provided by Blue Water Bistro. Parking for the event will be in the VA parking lot (beside the Junior League office). They ask that attendees bring a diaper donation (sizes 4,5,6) to help stock the new pod.
Since the inception of the JLC Diaper Bank in 2017, the Diaper Bank has distributed diapers to 15 community partners and has helped nearly 20,000 children experiencing diaper need. Initially created to fill the gap of this overlooked need in the community, The Junior League of Charleston Diaper Bank collects both diapers and monetary donations to help serve the youngest in need throughout the Lowcountry.
For countless families, having enough diapers is a constant struggle. Without diapers, children cannot attend daycare, which may prevent parents from making an income. Diapers are not funded by WIC and SNAP programs, and without this financial assistance, babies are left in their diapers longer, leading to severe diaper rash that could lead to other medical problems. The JLC Diaper Bank works with community partners to distribute diapers to those experiencing diaper need in the community.
To learn more about how you can donate diapers, provide monetary donations or host a diaper drive, click here: Diaper Bank – Junior League of Charleston.
