A newborn baby uses around 60-100 diapers a week — and they aren’t cheap.
One in two children suffers from low access to diapers; they need diapers, and they're very expensive," said Lori Goodman, CEO of LEAP, which runs Santa Barbara’s only registered diaper bank, helping local families in need access free diapers and wipes.
"Our social safety net has some giant holes in it," Goodman explained. "And right now, those holes are getting bigger and bigger. Diapers are not covered by any kind of public benefit. They're not covered Medi-Cal. They're covered by food stamps. We want to wrap our arms around families and make them feel that support."
LEAP will collect donations at these sites throughout September, with diapers distributed directly to families through the LEAP Diaper Bank:
- Old Town Coffee, Goleta - 5877 Hollister Ave, Goleta
- Deckers Brand Showcase - 6601 Hollister Ave, Goleta
- RiseUp Fitness (September 13 to 21)
- 7127 Hollister Ave Suite 110, Goleta
- 2273 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara
- Trinity Church of the Nazarene - 500 E. North Ave, Lompoc
For more information about LEAP’s Diaper Bank, hosting a diaper drive, or supporting the program, email info@leapcentralcoast.org.
