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The Short Years Diaper Bank is a supplemental program that provides qualifying families with monthly diapers to help ease financial strain. We serve families enrolled in our Parents as Teachers program across Dallas, Jasper, Warren, Marion, and Madison counties, and offer diaper support to eligible members of the public in Warren, Madison, and Marion counties.
Our goal is not only to ease the financial burden of diaper need by filling the gap between what families have and what they need, but also to empower parents and caregivers—supporting them on their journey so children can learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
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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$80-$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 size NB & 7 diapers. Donations of new packages of wipes are always very appreciated by families.
Support Us Online
Looking for a simple way to give? Browse our curated wish lists on Amazon or Walmart to donate much-needed items for local families. Every purchase helps us provide essential supplies to those experiencing diaper need—quick, easy, and impactful.
Diaper donation sites are at the following locations:
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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 great projects for groups of all kinds—student councils, church groups, families, and more. Contact volunteer coordinators to learn more!
Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart and soul of what we do! Click here to learn about volunteer opportunities.
Sponsor
Sponsors are critical for the operation of the Diaper Bank. Contact the Diaper Bank to learn more.
Need Diapers?
The Short Years Diaper Bank (SYDB) provides monthly supplemental diapers to qualifying families. We serve:
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Families enrolled in our Parents as Teachers program in Dallas, Madison, Warren, Marion, & Jasper), as well as to the qualifying public in Warren, Madison, and Marion county.
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Eligible members of the public in Madison, Marion, and Warren counties
How to Receive Diapers:
Step 1: Apply Online
Start by creating an account in our PantrySoft system and completing the application. This helps us determine your eligibility for diaper support.
As part of the eligibility process, you will be required to upload:
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Proof of residency (i.e. recent utility bill)
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Proof of each eligible child(ren) (i.e. Medicaid Card or Insurance Card)
Step 2: Register Monthly:
Once approved, you’ll receive access to register for diapers 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
Eligibility Requirements:
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Have a child between 32 weeks prenatal and 4.5 years old
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Live in one of our service areas
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Have a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
Requesting Diapers:
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Only a parent or legal guardian can request diapers.
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Requests open the Friday after each pick-up day and close the Thursday before the next pick-up.
Sizes and Brands:
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Diapers are available in sizes Newborn to 7
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We are unable to accommodate brand-specific requests or provide training pants.
Supplemental Program:
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This program is designed to help offset diaper costs, not meet all monthly diaper needs.
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We do not offer regular hours for emergency requests, but urgent needs will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Plan Ahead:
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Diapers not picked up during the scheduled time will be returned to inventory.
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If you’re unable to attend, please arrange for a trusted friend or family member to pick up on your behalf.
To view our full Policy & Procedure Manual, [click here].
