National Diaper Bank Network

In 2024, our network came together like never before to meet families' most basic necessities. More babies are staying clean, dry, and healthy, and more individuals have the period supplies they need to show up confidently at school, work, and life. Our Annual Report highlights all we've accomplished together this year - the challenges we've faced, the wins we've celebrated, and most importantly, the impact we've had helping individuals and families thrive. We're so grateful for every supporter, volunteer, and member who made this possible! Take a look at what we've achieved together: https://lnkd.in/gBGfmcdp

Over 10 million students in the US are balancing school with caregiving, whether it's raising young kids or caring for aging relatives. In our latest blog post, Regan Moss dives into the realities these student caregivers face, including the challenges of accessing diapers and other essential resources. Check out Regan's insightful take on how universities can better support student caregivers and ensure no one has to choose between education and caregiving. Read the full post here: https://bit.ly/4jtMotd

Rising costs and proposed cuts to essential safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP could create unprecedented financial challenges for young families, jeopardizing their well-being and making it even harder to cover the cost of basic needs. Nearly one in three families with children under 6 are struggling with food insecurity, and almost half of households with young children can’t afford enough diapers, which are crucial for children's health and well-being. Diapers can cost up to $100 a month— a significant expense when families are already stretched thin by the rising costs of food and housing. These basic needs are interconnected— while Medicaid and SNAP don’t directly cover the cost of diapers, they provide vital support for food, health care, and other essentials that help families stay afloat. Proposed cuts to these programs would only deepen the challenges faced by parents and children, increasing stress and potentially leading to worse health outcomes for both. When families can’t afford diapers and other basic needs, parents’ and children’s health and well-being suffer. A special thank you to our partner, Urban Institute, for their ongoing research and collaboration in bringing attention to the impact these policies have on young families and the long-term effects on our society. Learn more by reading the full blog post here: https://urbn.is/4j7S7V1 #DiaperNeed #FamiliesMatter #Medicaid #SNAP #ChildHealth #CommunitySupport #EndDiaperNeed

It's been ten years since Kiran Gandhi made headlines by running the London Marathon while free-bleeding. This powerful choice sparked worldwide conversations about period stigma that continue today. As Women's History Month wraps up, we're celebrating her decision to make a visible statement that shined a spotlight on period poverty and the issue of lack of access to essential period products. From those 26.2 miles to her thoughtful activism through music, Madame Gandhi exemplifies how periods can drive meaningful change. Join us as we continue to break barriers and make period poverty history.??? #WomensHistoryMonth #EndPeriodPoverty

ATTENTION TENNESSEE! The Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Act (TN HB0039/SB155) will require public and charter schools to provide FREE menstrual products to all students in grades 9-12 in women’s restrooms, locker rooms, and nurses’ offices. Use your voice to advocate for this bill to be included in the budget! Take action: → Sign the petition: https://bit.ly/41Yj3zM → Email members of the House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee and Senate Finance Ways and Means Committee. → Share this post. Period supplies are school supplies. ????

Exciting news from Utah!! The Governor has signed House Bill 547, creating a Diapering Supplies Fund for diaper banks. This will allow taxpayers to designate contributions to the fund on individual income tax returns. A huge thank you to bill sponsor Rep. Rosalba Dominguez for your unwavering commitment to #EndDiaperNeed, and congratulations to NDBN members, Utah Diaper Bank and Little Lambs Foundation for Kids _!

Attention Allied Members! Join us for our second annual Virtual Lobby Days from May 12-16, 2025 during Period Poverty Awareness Week! This is a great opportunity to connect with federal officials and advocate for period poverty legislation. Registration is $20 per organization and includes: ??A comprehensive advocacy training webinar ??Virtual meetings with Congress members/staff ??Online tech support for meetings ??Up to 3 attendees per organization Registration closes April 11, and space is limited! Sign up at https://bit.ly/4kVJoqX #PeriodPoverty #Advocacy #EndPeriodPoverty #TakeAction

ICYMI: A new article in The New York Times explores the gaps in enforcement and why access to period products is still a struggle. While 28 states and D.C. have implemented laws for free period products in schools, inadequate enforcement has left many students without these essential products. Now, Period Law and an NYC student are suing the education department to demand accountability. Thank you Alisha Haridasani Gupta for highlighting this important issue! https://nyti.ms/3FPHfwF

Today, we're celebrating a game-changing moment for female athletes! ?? In 2022, Wimbledon revised its longstanding all-white dress code from the 1880s, permitting female players to wear dark undershorts under their tennis outfits. This change addressed a significant concern for women, enhancing their comfort and performance on the court. #WomensHistoryMonth #ItsHerPeriod #EndPeriodPoverty

It's Her Period! Today, we're celebrating our founding sponsor, U by Kotex?, and their bold move to challenge period taboos.?? In 2010, Kimberly-Clark transformed the period product landscape with packaging designed to stand out and spark conversations. In 2018, they became our founding sponsor to help address the critical issue of period poverty. Thank you for supporting the Alliance for Period Supplies for 8 years and counting! ?? #ItsHerPeriod #EndPeriodPoverty #WomensHistoryMonth