Lincoln-based manufacturing company TMCO recently hosted a diaper drive choosing Nebraska Diaper Bank (NDB) (nebraskadiaperbank.org) as one of its beneficiaries. The drive collected almost 5,000 diapers for NDB, helping provide a monthly supply for 80 babies in Lincoln.
“Once we understood how limited diaper resources are for families in our community, we knew we wanted to do something to make an impact for local families,” said Maddie Gates, Director of Education and Community Impact. “We love the work the diaper bank is doing and look forward to continuing a partnership that makes a difference!”
Clean diapers are essential to a baby’s health, yet 1 in 3 Nebraska families struggles to afford enough. NDB distributes more than 36,000 diapers each month to approximately 600 children in Lincoln alone, connecting families to diapers alongside other essential supports.
“Diaper drives like this show the impact businesses can have when they invest in their community,” said Anna Lehotyak, Development Director at Nebraska Diaper Bank. “Support from local companies helps ease stress for parents and ensures babies have what they need to stay clean, healthy, and dry.”
Community support plays a critical role in helping NDB meet this ongoing need. Each diaper collected helps ease financial strain for families while supporting healthier outcomes for children and caregivers alike.
Want to make a difference? NDB serves 600 babies each month in Lincoln, and volunteers are crucial to making this work possible. Volunteers help open boxes, count, and wrap diapers for monthly diaper supplements. The organization also offers mobile wraps, allowing businesses to sponsor diapers, donate time, and host volunteer events. Learn more at nebraskadiaperbank.org.