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Nearly half of all families with young children struggle to afford enough diapers. This is called diaper need—and it often means parents are forced to make impossible choices between basic necessities.
At the Short Years Diaper Bank, we provide monthly supplemental diapers to help ease that burden. We serve families in Dallas, Jasper, Warren, Marion, and Madison counties through our Parents as Teachers program, and also support the broader community in Warren, Madison, and Marion counties.
But our work is about more than diapers. It’s about reducing stress, supporting parents, and giving children the opportunity to stay healthy, learn, and thrive—so families can focus less on getting by and more on what matters most.
Why a Diaper Bank?
Babies can require up to 12 diapers a day to stay clean, dry, and healthy. Yet, nearly half of all U.S. parents report they cannot afford an adequate supply for their children, this is known as diaper need. Diaper Banks are stepping up to meet this essential community need. Consider these stats:
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$100: The monthly cost of disposable diapers per child.
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1-in-4: The number of parents who report having to miss work or school because they did not have enough diapers to drop their child off at childcare, resulting in an average of 5.1 missed workdays in the past 30 days.
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This translates to a loss of $296/month for a parent earning the federal minimum wage.
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50: The average number of diapers families report that they lack each month.
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Zero: The number of federal programs that provide assistance with diapers.
Basic needs aren't just basic; they're essential. At Short Years Diaper Bank, we help ease the burden by providing 50 supplemental diapers per child each month to eligible families. With your support, we can relieve some of the stress parents face and help make sure babies in our community stay clean, dry, and healthy.
How to Get Involved
Donate Diapers: New or Open Packages
The Short Years Diaper Bank supports families by providing diapers from newborn to size 7. We welcome donations of all sizes, both new and open packages, including pull-ups and training pants. Currently, our greatest need is for sizes 4, 5, and 6 diapers as well as training pants (all sizes). Donations of new packages of wipes are always very appreciated by families.
Diaper donation sites:
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Warren Co : Short Years Main Office, Indianola Public Library, Norwalk Easter Public Library, Carlisle Public Library, and Milo Public Library.
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Dallas Co : Short Years Dallas Co. Office
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Marion Co : Knoxville Fareway, Knoxville First United Methodist Church, and Pleasantville Webb Shadle Pubic Library
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Jasper Co : Sites Coming Soon!
We're continually growing our donation sites across the counties we serve. If you have a suggestion for a donation location, please let us know!
Host a Diaper Drive
Diaper drives are a fun, meaningful way for groups of all kinds—student councils, church groups, corporate groups, or families—to support local children & families. We provide a Diaper Drive Tool Kit with tips, materials, and everything you need to make it easy.
Ready to get started? Contact us!
Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart and soul of what we do! Click to learn about volunteer opportunities.
Sponsor
Sponsors are critical for the day to day operations of the Diaper Bank. Click to learn more about Sponsoring the Diaper Bank.
Need Diapers?
The Short Years Diaper Bank (SYDB) provides monthly supplemental diapers to qualifying families.
Who Can Receive Diapers?
To be eligible, you must:
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Be pregnant (32+ weeks) or have a child age 0–4-1/2 years
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Meet our income guidelines
We Serve :
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Families enrolled in our Parents as Teachers program in Dallas, Madison, Warren, Marion, & Jasper
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Eligible members of the public in Madison, Marion, and Warren counties
How to Receive Diapers:
Step 1: Complete our Online Intake Form
Start by creating an account in our PantrySoft system and completing the application. This helps us determine your eligibility for diaper support.
Proof Requirements
Before you begin, have the following ready to upload:
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Proof of residency (i.e. a photo of a recent utility bill showing your name, address, & date)
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Proof of each eligible child(ren) (i.e. a photo of each child's Medicaid Card, only provide proof for children that will receive diapers)
Step 2: Register Monthly
Once approved, you’ll receive access to "shop" our online store for the diaper size(s) your child(ren) need each month using your PantrySoft login.
Step 3: Pick Up
Diapers are distributed on the 4th Thursday of each month. Pick-up times and locations vary by county and will be shared during registration.
Important Information
Requesting Diapers: Only a parent or legal guardian can request diapers. Requests open the Friday after each pick-up day and close the Thursday before the next pick-up. Sizes and Brands: Diapers are available in sizes Newborn to 7. We are unable to accommodate brand-specific requests or guarantee the availability of training pants or wipes. Supplemental Program: This program will not meet all your monthly diaper needs. We are not able to offer regular hours for emergency requests, but urgent needs will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Plan Ahead: Diapers not picked up during the scheduled time will be returned to inventory. If you’re unable to attend, please arrange for a trusted friend or family member to pick up on your behalf.
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