Great Diaper Drive Launched with Significant Donations to Support North Alabama Families
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The annual Great Diaper Drive has officially commenced, fueled by a remarkable donation from Food City and Kimberly-Clark that underscores the critical need for diaper assistance among families in North Alabama. This year, the companies have provided more than ,000 in diapers, equating to 4,047 packs that filled an entire truck, marking a strong start to the month-long initiative.
Steve Smith, President and CEO of Food City, highlighted the grocery retailer’s commitment to community engagement, stating, “We all know diapers are not cheap to purchase, and many families are facing economic challenges. We partnered with Huggies and Kimberly-Clark, leading to this substantial donation that will support families in need.” This perspective reflects a broader societal concern, where the cost of basic necessities continues to influence household budgets across the region.
The Great Diaper Drive directly supports the Food Bank of North Alabama, an organization that has identified a pressing demand for diapers as a critical non-food item among the families it serves. Bobby Bozeman, Development Director of the Food Bank, pointed out that “Diapers are the most requested non-food item,” emphasizing that one in five children in North Alabama face food insecurity, which often correlates with diaper insecurity. Many parents find themselves in distressing situations where they must choose between purchasing diapers or food, underscoring the urgent need for community support.
Key stakeholders in the initiative aim to alleviate this pressure on families. Bozeman remarked, “The significant donation today will make a strong impact on families in the Tennessee Valley.” The emotional relief experienced by families receiving assistance is a testament to the efforts of the Food Bank and its partners.
The Great Diaper Drive officially began on July 14, with donation opportunities available at six Food City locations across North Alabama, including four stores in Huntsville, one in Albertville, and another in Fort Payne. Additionally, for those wishing to contribute monetarily, the Food Bank of North Alabama is accepting donations directly to bolster its efforts.
For more detailed information regarding the Great Diaper Drive and how to contribute, community members can visit the Food Bank’s dedicated website. The collaboration between Food City, Kimberly-Clark, and the Food Bank of North Alabama demonstrates a powerful alliance focused on meeting the needs of vulnerable families in the community, reinforcing the importance of collective responsibility in these challenging times.
