DIAPER BANK of Southern Arizona

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't you distribute diapers to individuals?
For two reasons: 1. Using the existing social service delivery systems of our partner agencies (rather than reinventing our own) keeps our overhead costs low and community involvement high. 2. Lack of diapers is usually a symptom of a larger issue of poverty or crisis. Our partner agencies offer total solutions that help families for the long term.

Why can't families just use cloth diapers?
Cloth is usually not an option. Childcare centers require parents to leave disposable diapers with their child, and adult supplies aren't readily available in cloth. In addition, many of the families we assist have unstable housing, with limited access to washing machines.

Don't our federally funded programs cover diapers for families and seniors?
Unfortunately, safety net programs do not cover diapers - not Food Stamps, not WIC, not Medicare (except hospice). At $100 a month or more, diapers become a luxury item for families and seniors.

I just potty trained my child and have half a bag of diapers left. Can I donate them?
Only if they are in the original package.  For health and safety reasons, we are unable to accept loose diapers.
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Phone: (520) 325-1400
Fax:  (520) 325-1401

4500 E. Speedway, Suite 75
Tucson, AZ 85712