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Salvation Army collects diapers to help families
Posted on 01/26/2012
STAMFORD -- There's a new bank in town. The Salvation Army of Stamford is now operating a "Diaper Bank" at their Selleck Street headquarters. "The 'Diaper Bank' was created to help meet the needs of low-income families in the city, to keep babies bottoms dry." said Lt. Walter Droz, commanding officer of the Stamford Corps Worship & Community Center. "We are looking to offset the cost of diapers by providing help for children living in poverty which affects the overall quality of life for low income families." According to a study conducted by "Huggies": · 1 out of 3 mothers in America have to choose between food for the family or diapers for their baby. · 1 out of 20 mothers in America have to reuse wet and soiled diapers on their baby. · Because most daycare establishments today mandate that a full day's worth of diapers is provided when children are dropped off, many low-income mothers are prevented from sending their infants and toddlers to daycare. "After I read the report, I was floored," Droz said. "But I said to myself ... 'what can The Salvation Army do to help?' And then it came to me. 'How about a place for people to donate diapers and baby wipes to meet these needs ... like a Diaper Bank.'" A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new "Diaper Bank" was held Tuesday at the Stamford Corps & Community Center. Those interested in making a donation can call Droz at (203) 359-2320, or email walter.droz@use.salvationarmy.org
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