(Utica, NY – April 5, 2013) United Way of the Valley and Greater Utica Area is collecting diapers and supplies for local babies and families in need.
Following the success of last year’s Diaper Drive, United Way is rallying support for the youngest members of our community by holding its 2nd Annual community-wide Diaper Drive. More than 7,000 diapers and supplies were collected and distributed during the 2012 Diaper Drive. The 2013 drive is running now through the end of April. Supplies will be distributed to local programs serving families and babies in need throughout Herkimer and Oneida Counties.
“The Diaper Drive is a great way for us to come together as a community to support the health and well being of our youngest and most vulnerable residents: babies,” Executive Director Brenda Episcopo said. “It is also an opportunity for us to alleviate some financial pressure for some parents in the interest of the common good.”
Target at Sangertown Square has agreed to be a public donation site for those wishing to contribute to the drive.
Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to hold internal workplace collections. For details on how to start your own workplace Diaper Drive contact Adam Lawless, Community Engagement Manager, at (315) 733-4691 ext. 224 or e-mail AdamL@unitedwaygu.org