In support of local families experiencing financial hardship, humanitarian aid organization Global Links and Western PA Diaper Bank (WPDB), with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation, will host a drive-up diaper distribution event on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. to noon at McKeesport Area Senior High School, 1960 Eden Park Blvd, McKeesport.
Families and caregivers of young children are invited to line up by car to receive approximately a one-month supply of children’s diapers per household. Sizes 1-6 will be available. Parents and caregivers will have the option of choosing up to two different sizes of diapers.
Cathy Battle, Founder and Executive Director of the Western PA Diaper Bank, states, “It has never been more expensive to raise a child. Diaper costs increased 25% over the last two years.”
Kareliz Ramos Aponte, Global Links’ Domestic Medical Aid Program Manager, adds, “Baby diapers are not covered by SNAP or other government benefits, and families are struggling to make ends meet. By partnering with the Western PA Diaper Bank we are supporting families in the Mon Valley in an effort to keep their babies dry, healthy, and safe.”
EVENT DETAILS:
WHAT: Free drive- up diaper distribution to families in need
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2024 / 10 a.m. to noon(rain or shine)
WHERE: McKeesport Area Senior High School
1960 Eden Park Blvd, McKeesport 15132
WHO: Global Links and Western PA Diaper Bank, with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation
