One in three U.S. families lack enough diapers to keep a baby clean, dry, and healthy. Milwaukee Diaper Mission (MDM) believes diapers are a necessity, not a luxury. In partnership with local social service agencies, MDM empowers families in need by providing a reliable source of free diapers and period supplies.
We appreciate the service that MDM is providing our communities and we want to help!
Registration Information
Participant Cap: Six families total (three per session)
Age: All ages are welcome! We just ask that parents help with counting and/or packaging if needed.
Cost: Free. However, if your child would like a leadership extension prior to the event, they could ask their neighbors and/or relatives to donate diapers and bring them to the Diaper Mission.
Materials: All volunteers ages three and over will need to wear a mask at all times within the building. Hand sanitizer will be provided.
Cancellations: Please contact Kitty Janas at kitty@kicmke.org in the event of a cancellation so we can add waitlisted families to the event.
Questions: Please contact Kitty Janas at kitty@kicmke.org with any questions. We will send you an email to confirm registration and touch base before the event.
Activities
MDM has thousands of diapers that have been donated by community members and partner organizations. KIC families will sign up for one-hour time slots (time slots will be assigned based on availability). During that time, they will count and package diapers to be distributed throughout the Milwaukee community. These diapers need to be wrapped into packages of 25 for easier monthly distribution. Families will count out diapers and package them with shrink wrap. The kids can also decorate and attach stickers to give some extra joy and positivity to the receiving parents.
Purpose
Kids will use their service skills to help provide diapers for families who are struggling to afford diapers to keep their babies clean, dry, and healthy.
Impact
Kids will see that serving others can be fun and that they are capable of making a difference.
When and Where
Saturday, May 13
- Time slot #1: 9-10 a.m.
- Time slot #2: 11:10-12:10 p.m.
Milwaukee Diaper Mission
9600 S. Franklin Dr.
Franklin, WI 53132
- The warehouse is the last one on the east end of the building. This larger warehouse will allow three families to safely work in the space at the same time.
- The area will be sanitized between each session. MDM leaders will be present to guide you through the process.
- There is a designated play area for younger children to enjoy while parents and older children participate in the service project.
- Parking is available in the lot in front of the building.