Motivated by the motto “Changing Babies... Changing Lives,” the Diaper Bank gives families an opportunity to apply for a package containing a week’s supply of diapers and wipes monthly, per infant/child, up until the age of 36 months. Intended to help get families through the tough times, the Diaper Bank currently serves families through the Department of Social Services (DSS).
A family does not have to be an existing client of DSS to apply for diapers. Diapers will be distributed as needed in emergencies (customer walk-ins) and through DSSs to customers at their local District Office.
Key to making the Diaper Bank successful and sustainable is an ample supply of diapers. The Diaper Bank relies on donations, community drives and corporate sponsorships. The Junior League encourages and is seeking individuals, community organizations or corporate sponsorships to support the Diaper Bank and ultimately, our families in the community.
A recent study found that one in three American families struggles to afford clean diapers for their child. On average, diapers cost $18 per week, or $936 per year for each child, according to the Huggies study. Without an ample supply of diapers, babies are left in soiled diapers for too long leading to poor health from infections, discomfort, and emotional distress.
Those interested in donating diapers can drop off at:
- The Junior League of Central Westchester/Wayside Cottage, located at 1039 Post Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583
- The Sharing Shelf, 47 Purdy Avenue, Port Chester NY 10573
If your are interested in diaper drives, please contact Karen Brown, Diaper Bank for Westchester Program Coordinator, at or
The Diaper Bank is a partnership of the Department of Social Services (DSS), the Junior League of Central Westchester and the Sharing Shelf.