28Feb 2025 by Morgan McGinn
From The Bottom Up is HERE!

From The Bottom Up is HERE!

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From the Bottom Up, our region's largest diaper drive, kicks off March 1st, and runs through the end of the month!Did you know that 1 in 5 families in King County struggle to afford diapers? Every day, families face the impossible choice between diapers and other basic necessities. Diapers aren’t covered by traditional assistance programs, and this gap leaves caregivers feeling overwhelmed. But YOU can make a difference!In 2024, WestSide Baby distributed nearly 2.4 million diapers—thanks to supporters like YOU! Our partnerships allow us to bring diapers, wipes, and other critical supplies to families in low-resource areas, empowering caregivers to create a better, healthier future for their little ones. By supporting From the Bottom Up, you’re giving families the boost they need to care for their children. We hope to raise…
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30Dec 2024 by Morgan McGinn

Give Joy: My Why by Nick Peyton, Board member

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My name is Nick Peyton, and I've served on the Board of WestSide Baby since 2019, including two years as Chair. My journey with the organization is a deeply personal one and profoundly shaped by my own history. Nick Peyton, WSB Board Member The story of WestSide Baby’s impact on the community is one I know well. During my time as Chair, the world was changed by the pandemic, creating an even greater need for support in our community. Basic necessities like diapers and formula became increasingly difficult to access, and families were forced to contend with price gouging and shortages. WestSide Baby stepped up to meet these challenges head-on, distributing millions of diapers and other essential items to families who were struggling. This need did not decline post-pandemic: in…
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04Nov 2024 by Tiffany Mathisen
Give Joy is Here!

Give Joy is Here!

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As the leaves turn and we approach the holiday season, it's time to come together and make a meaningful impact in our community. We’re excited to announce the launch of WestSide Baby's 2024 Give Joy Campaign! This initiative is more than just a call to action; it's an opportunity to transform lives and bring joy to families in need this winter. Why "Give Joy?" Did you know that in King County alone, over **27,000 children** live in poverty? These children often lack access to basic necessities like diapers, clothing, and warm weather gear, which are essential for their health and well-being. Every dollar you contribute helps us provide critical resources to families, ensuring that children can stay safe, warm and dry. The Impact of Your Support Diapers: One in three…
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22Aug 2023 by Iana Mae Abinales
After a Busy Summer – What’s Next?

After a Busy Summer – What’s Next?

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Hi to our WestSide Baby Community! What a busy summer it’s been!  We just wrapped up our From the Bottom Up campaign, our community’s largest annual diaper drive. Together, our community donated over 250,000 diapers. These diapers will be distributed to 5,000 children in the greater Seattle community. Because of an amazing foundation of support from our community, this summer we expanded our operations. We extended volunteer and donation collection hours, identified new collection sites, and continued bulk diaper distribution efforts amidst national diaper shortages. To top it off, we bolstered our leadership team with the addition of Interim Executive Director, Laura Skelton. Laura brings over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has served as Interim Executive Director at a number of Seattle-area nonprofit organizations. I am proud to continue to support…
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31May 2023 by Iana Mae Abinales
Diapers are Essential. Take Action – From the Bottom Up!

Diapers are Essential. Take Action – From the Bottom Up!

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Nationwide, the average cost of diapers has gone up by nearly 22% since 2018. The impact of inflation is felt acutely by families experiencing diaper need who, on a daily basis, must stretch their limited income to provide the basics for their children. Few people realize that unlike other essentials such as food or health insurance, there is no federal assistance for purchasing diapers. Learn more about the impact of diaper insecurity. "Expanded diaper access is an often-overlooked policy priority that could have significant positive benefits for families with infants and toddlers."Allie Schneider, Research Associate, & Hailey Gibbs, Senior Policy Analyst, Center for American Progress Diapers are the one item WestSide Baby guarantees to the providers we work with and the families we serve. From the Bottom Up is our…
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