Feb 23, 2024 | Advocacy, Federal issues, NDBN members
By: Katie Griffith, Executive Director of Over the Moon Diaper Bank in Savannah, Georgia As we chatted in his office, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff tilted his phone toward us so that we could admire a photo of his lovely baby, Eva Beth. This was not a typical day in the life...
Jan 5, 2024 | Advocacy, Legislation, NDBN members, State issues
By: Muriel Smith, Executive Director of St. Louis Diaper Bank Starting the Missouri Diaper Bank Coalition There are eight NDBN-member diaper banks in Missouri with a common mission: ending diaper need and period poverty in our state. By working in close...
Dec 7, 2023 | Diaper need, How to, Local issues
What’s accepted? When it comes to making a difference in the lives of families and infants, donating diapers is a direct and impactful way to help. The National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) and its network of more than 225 member diaper banks throughout the US,...
Oct 27, 2023 | Diaper need, Public health
In the United States, the glaring issue of daycare inequity is reaching a boiling point. Despite a significant influx of funding into childcare during the pandemic, especially early childhood education, the resources are dwindling, leaving families grappling with...
Oct 16, 2023 | Diaper need, NDBN members
By: Lee Ann Porter, Executive Director of Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank I never miss NDBN’s annual conference because I learn so much that I can take home to power up my own work. Just as importantly, I get to spend time with my people, other basic needs bankers who are...
Aug 31, 2023 | Fundraising, How to
Christian Faith Leaders | Jewish Faith Leaders | Muslim Faith Leaders | Hindu Faith Leaders | Buddhist Faith Leaders | Baha’i Faith Leaders | Ways To Get Involved Many parents across the U.S. wonder how they will afford enough diapers for their baby.This is diaper...
Aug 18, 2023 | Economics, Fundraising, Local issues
By: Gabriela Rojas, Executive Director of Miami Diaper Bank The Miami Diaper Bank is committed to helping the families we serve keep their babies clean, dry and healthy. We’re also committed to the families we aren’t serving yet. In 2022 we did a deep dive to find...
Jul 11, 2023 | How to, Public health
Embarking on the journey of potty training your child can feel like a daunting task for many parents. It’s a significant developmental stage that comes with its own unique challenges and triumphs. As you find yourself navigating through this new territory,...
May 30, 2023 | Advocacy, NDBN members
By: Callie Crowder, Executive Director of Maker’s Place Breaking out of the corporate world When I was employed at one of the oldest public accounting firms in the U.S. the partners and managers I reported to respected the work I did as a CPA. I received great...
May 8, 2023 | Federal issues, Public health
The journey of motherhood is a miraculous and life-changing experience. However, it can also bring forth unexpected challenges that can impact the well-being of both the mother and their newborn. One crucial yet often overlooked stage is the 4th trimester, where...