September is Diaper Needs Awareness Month, and we’re spreading the word about the critical and sometimes overlooked issue of diaper needs. For many families, especially those facing financial hardships during their child’s medical journey, affording an adequate supply of diapers can be a daily struggle. At Rocky Mountain Children’s Health Foundation (RMCHF), we’re committed to helping these families by providing essential resources, including diapers, to ensure every child stays clean, dry, and healthy.
Why Diaper Need Matters
Diaper need affects 1 in 2 families in the United States. Without enough diapers, children are often left in soiled diapers for extended periods, leading to health risks. The lack of diapers can also impact a parent’s ability to go to work, school, or job training, as parents are often required to supply diapers for childcare.
How You Can Help
You can make a significant difference in the lives of the families we serve, by donating diapers to RMCHF. Here’s how to get involved:
- Drop-Off Diapers at RMCHF: Diapers ranging from newborn to size 6, as well as pull-ups and wipes, can be dropped off at our office, 5394 Marshall Street, Unit 400, Arvada, CO. (We can even accept open boxes of diapers.) Make it really count and stop by our diaper drive Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 6am-4pm.
- Host a Diaper Drive: Gather your friends, family, and colleagues and host a diaper drive at work or in your community. Diaper drives are an easy way to rally your network and collect diapers for families in need. If you’re interested in hosting a drive contact, giving@rmchildren.org to learn more.
- Shop Our Wishlist: Our online wishlist is an easy way to donate diapers to RMCHF. Simply purchase diapers, and they will ship directly to us!
- Make a Financial Gift: Families facing their child’s medical crisis often just need the essentials to help ease stress. By making a gift, you can help us provide diapers and other essential items to pediatric patients and their families, making a huge difference when it matters the most.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Diaper Needs Awareness Month is a crucial time to come together and support the families we serve. By donating diapers or making a financial contribution, you can help RMCHF provide essential resources to families navigating their child’s medical journey. Every diaper counts, and your generosity will make an incredible difference in the lives of pediatric patients and their families.