UW Valleys Diaper Bank

Every baby deserves to be clean, dry, and comfortable

Clean diapers are essential for a child's health and well-being, yet many families struggle to afford enough. Without reliable access to diapers, parents can face barriers to work, childcare, and daily stability. 

1 in 4 parents miss work or school because they do not have the diapers required for childcare/ 

• Babies may experience discomfort or skin irritation 
• Mothers are at risk for increased maternal depression
• Parents are unable to access childcare, which require a daily supply of diapers
• Parents miss work, school, or fall behind on expenses.

United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys) fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in Western Wisconsin. Serving Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties, we unite people and resources to tackle our region's most pressing challenges

Diapers are not covered by SNAP or WIC, which leaves many families struggling to afford enough to keep their children clean, dry, and healthy.

The UW Valleys Diaper Bank was created to help meet this need by providing diapers and essential baby supplies to families in our communities. We now serve all six counties in our region, Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix, working with local partners to help distribute supplies where they are needed most. 

During Give Big Valleys, we are raising funds to purchase and distribute diapers locally. 100% of donations go directly toward diapers and essential baby supplies for families in need. 

Growing to serve more families
The need for diaper support is growing, and so it our impact:

2023:
- 189 children served
- 787 visits
- 62,960 diapers distributed

2024: 
- 273 children served
- 1,120 visits
- 89,600 diapers distributed

2025: 
- 549 children served
- 1,835 visits
- 146,800 diapers distributed

Powered by community
This work is made possible through strong partnerships and community support.

Diaper drives:

- 2024: 63,793 diapers donated
- 2025: 77,148 diapers donated

Did you Know?

Diapers are essential to the well-being being of Wisconsin's families.

Most childcare facilities require parents to provide diapers for their child. Without a full supply, families can face challenges maintaining consistent childcare, work schedules, and daily stability. 

In Wisconsin: 

-  73% of mothers with infants are in the workforce, compared to the statewide average of 66%
- The average monthly cost of diapers can exceed $80 per child
-  Diaper need continues to impact working families across our region  

*Source the National Diaper Bank Network

UW Valleys is a verified member of the National Diaper Bank Network, supporting a national effort to ensure families have access to essential diaper supplies.

Click HERE to learn more about the UW Valleys Diaper Bank or to host a Diaper Drive.

Thank you for your support!