Table of Contents
Navigate through this resource
Get free diapers, near you in your community
Get free diapers, near you in your community: Find organizations that distribute free diapers to low income families or parents that are struggling. Many of the programs are rub by local charities or churches that operate diaper banks, but some government programs as well as corporations also help.
There are free diaper banks that may be near you listed below as well as programs that send free baby diapers or even wipes in the mail.
Manufacturers and corporations that give out free diaper samples or wipes
Anyone that needs free or low cost diapers or baby wipes, or even free sample boxes of disposable diapers, may apply. Even to corporate offers that giveaway free Pampers or Huggies - two of the leading brands. As there are many ways that struggling parents or caregivers can find free diapers and/or baby wipes to support their infant’s health and dignity.
Manufacturers and corporations that give out free diaper samples or wipes: Several national diaper manufacturers and baby product brands offer free samples of diapers starter packs, or coupons that pay for a decent supply. These deals are offered particularly to expecting or new mothers who register through their sites or create baby registries.
Pampers Rewards: This diaper giveaway is for parents no matter their income. Create an account at Pampers.com rewards and receive coupons, exclusive offers that will sometimes be free or buy one get one diapers, and points that can be redeemed for free diapers. They can also give samples to people who sign up, or they may provide entire boxes of diapers.
Huggies Rewards - Project Hug: Through Kimberly Clark, the owner of the company, Huggies.com Project Hug , parents can sign up for samples and enter diaper codes to earn rewards. They also offer donations to families in need through Huggies’ partnership with the National Diaper Bank Network. They may provide disposables or cloth trial services for newborns as well as other baby supplies in partnership with non-profits that may be near you.
Target, Amazon, and Walmart Baby Registries: While terms and conditions change, as do the promotions, oftentimes if you create a baby registry on one of these sites, they often send a welcome box with free disposable diapers, powder, wipes and other supplies. No purchase is necessary, and many programs are open to anyone who registers.
Other help may also be arranged by corporations for low-income families. Some manufacturers, such as Honest Company or Seventh Generation, issue coupons that parents can use to shop, or they give vouchers or gift cards to pay for the diapers. The national companies may also coordinate fund raisers and partner with other regional businesses to help low income parents, with the diaper banks listed below being a source of information.
It may be possible to use companies or "mutual aid" groups like Freecycle , Facebook Groups, and others. While diapers are not a common items found on these services, many parents find at minimal support (or more often referrals) through local neighborhood forums, apps, Buy Nothing groups, and other places where gently used baby items (and even unused diapers in the wrong size) are given away for free.
Some packages of free supplies for a newborn , including diapers, may be offered at local: Hospitals, OB/GYN Clinics, Community health clinics and Pediatrician offices . Many hospitals often send families home (even more likely those with a low income) with free baby stuff , including small packs of diapers, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and wipes.
Ask during prenatal visits, birthing classes, or when being discharged after delivery. Or they can direct people in need to a program in their area. Government programs that help people get low-cost or free diapers:
Local departments of health, family services, and government affiliated Community Action Agencies often operate programs in many local communities. This government organizations, or quasi-government agencies like
Government programs that help people get low-cost or free diapers
Community Action , often coordinate diaper giveaways to low-income families or single parents or they provide free grants that help pay for baby essentials. In rural areas, health departments or extension offices may run occasional drives, especially around holidays or back-to-school seasons. Households that get government benefits
can get referrals to diaper assistance programs. As while it is true that neither WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) nor food stamps - SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) pay the cost of baby diapers or wipes directly, these public assistance programs are still a great resources for people living in poverty.
Note that in some states TANF benefits can pay for diapers , but the cost may in fact use up most of the cash assistance due to the cost.
Charities that give free diapers to the low-income
Many communities, including maybe yours, may have a WIC clinic or local SNAP administrative office. These government services often partner with diaper banks, national manufacturers, the United Way or community agencies and can provide referrals. Ask your local WIC caseworker or social services office if that referrals too, or are aware of diaper distribution events or local events.
Charities that give free diapers to the low-income: The charity type agencies listed below receive donations of diapers (or the money to pay for them) from local businesses, civic groups, community businesses, schools and faith-based organizations. Samples of disposable or cloth can also be provided to some clients from free diaper banks in the area.
A nationwide network of free clothing closets will help with diapers , and those centers can be used for help. While some of them sell low cost goods, others will provide the essentials that a new, low income parent needs at no cost to them. Some struggling families may be given help for a newborn, maternity or baby clothes or free diapers may be offered in an emergency.
They also provide referrals. Find sources of free clothes and household items Families in the military, foster kids, and special needs infants can apply for free diapers from the Rebecca Foundation's: Cloth Option Closet . They have clothe diapers, deliver items to regions not supported by a “chapter”, and will even loan out free diapers as well to qualified low income parents.
Local Love INC chapters/affiliates often run parenting programs in many communities. The national, faith based charity (also known as Love in Christ) may provide free cloth diapers, hygiene supplies for infants and more free items during classes or support groups. They also operate Clearinghouses with supplies, and get more details on LOVE INC programs for struggling people National charity diaper banks are an option too.
Organizations such as the Junior League often giveaway limited amounts of free diapers. There is also assistance from Feeding America
, that works with many local charitable food banks. Most of them give away baby supplies too, including diapers. Locate Feeding America phone numbers near you Find help with diapers from a local diaper bank: Find information below, by state and county, on which charities to contact for free diaper assistance programs near you, how to apply, and who to call.
There may be cloth diapers, free samples, wipes and more given, including free diapers in an emergency. The supply is always limited and many of these sites are open limited hours. If an organization is not near you, then contact a location in a nearby state or try the National Diaper Bank Network Clearinghouse .for referrals.
Alabama: Magnolia Church of Christ Benevolence , 2650 Vulcan Ave., Florence, Alabama 3563. Dial (256)766-3902 or (256) 767-6776 Service Center of Catholic Social Services , main address 188 S Florida St, Mobile, AL 36606, main phone (251) 434-1500 or 215-431-1511. In addition to free diapers, other government funded social services may be provided.
This can include cribs for a thrift store, free formula, and applications for the WIC Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children program. Other churches and non-profit agencies operate across the state too. They support unemployed parents, those living in poverty, and others in need of supplies.
More on free diapers in Alabama Alaska: HeartReach Center Inc ., 865 S Seward Meridian Pkwy, Wasilla, AK 99654. The main number for the non-profit organization is 907-373-3456. PATHway Family Center is based at 639 W. International Airport Rd., #16 in Anchorage Alaska 99518. Telephone (907) 729-5020 or 907-770-5007.
Arizona: Baby Diaper Bank of Central AZ is at 405 N 75th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85043. Call (602) 715-2629 , Provides assistance to all of Maricopa County. They have free samples of single moms and others in a crisis. Millions of free diapers are distributed across the state, primarily to families in southern Arizona, from the Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona .
They are located in Tucson and can be reached at (520) 325-1400. The organization is the nation’s first diaper bank and is located in Pima County. They receive donations from fund raiser drives and local businesses. In addition to helping families with offering cloth or disposable diapers, they also want to point them in the right direction so they can become self-sufficient over the long term.
The location is 41050 S Plumer Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719. Call the non-profit at (520) 325-1400 for information on how to apply. Thousands of additional families in: Maricopa County can get diapers from other sources too. There are distribution centers at charities, churches, Pregnancy Centers and social service offices.
Read more on free diapers in Maricopa County Arkansas: Arkansas Diaper Depot / Food for Kids , location is 43
Find help with diapers from a local diaper bank
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Nevada
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Virginia
Washington
Washington DC
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Ready to Get Help?
Take the next step and visit the official resource page to learn more and apply for assistance.