Roughly three-in four (74%) families in diaper need feel embarrassed that they cannot afford enough diapers.On average, families in diaper need work 38 hours per week, with 58% holding full time jobs, and 9% working part time.Infants require up to 12 diapers per day, at a cost of $70 to $80 per month per baby.
Diaper need is the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep a baby clean, dry and healthy.We also purchase diapers and wipes directly with donated funds. It is dedicated to eliminating the diaper need in greater Wayne County Indiana and leads a grassroots movement to collect, store, and distribute free diapers to struggling families. The Diaper Project of Wayne County is a non-profit organization managed through the Wayne Township Trustees Office.