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HomeAid Colorado Distributed Record-Breaking 1.7 Million Diapers

Supporting Disadvantaged Families Throughout Colorado

HomeAid CO's Builders for Babies Distribution Day on Friday, June 25th, dispersed over 1.7 million diapers and 1 million wipes across all of Colorado.

After surpassing their initial goal of 1.5 million diapers, HomeAid Colorado, along with 100 volunteers, worked hand-in-hand to load dozens of trucks with countless pallets of diapers for distribution around the state. In its fourth year, the Builders for Babies Diaper Drive surpassed the previous record-breaking year by 30% in donations and statewide reach.

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It costs a family about $1,000 per year to buy a supply of average-priced diapers for one child. For someone who works a full-time, minimum-wage job, making just over $15,000 a year, that’s a huge expense. Combined with government assistance programs not accounting for this necessity, HomeAid Colorado is proud to help address this issue head-on.

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About HomeAid Colorado
HomeAid Colorado brings together building-industry professionals and affiliates to complete construction projects and provide critical resources to nonprofit care providers who assist those in our community who are at a high risk of homelessness. HomeAid Colorado provides critically needed construction projects like housing, shelters and resource centers, in addition to donating diapers, hygiene items and basic home essentials to nonprofits. HomeAid Colorado is part of the national network of HomeAid America chapters working to fight homelessness in our communities.

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