Collingswood Police Collecting Diapers For Those In Need

COLLINGSWOOD, NJ — Camden County residents can drop off diapers and baby wipes for those in need at the Collingswood Police Department through Sept. 27, the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office announced.

Collingswood is one of 11 departments participating in the prosecutor’s office’s Diaper Drive, which began on Tuesday. It is located at 735 North Atlantic Avenue.

Other participating police departments include Brooklawn, Camden County, Cherry Hill, Gloucester City, Gloucester Township, Pennsauken, Pine Hill, Rutgers-Camden, Stratford and Voorhees.

Each police department will have a drop box inside their lobby, allowing for a quick, contact-free drop-off. Preferred diaper sizes are 4, 5, 6 and pull-ups.

“When I first came to the Office, I met with Sister Helen Cole, Administrative Director of Guadalupe Family Services in Camden,” Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer said. “She mentioned a former study linking the connection between the financial strain of buying diapers and instances of child abuse. Collecting diapers to be donated to families who are struggling is an easy way to help alleviate at least some strain on our families in need and potentially help our children as well.

“In light of the hardships caused by the current health crisis, we recognize that a number of parents may find themselves in difficult financial times. This Diaper Drive is just one small way to help alleviate one stressor on our families. The Camden County community is home to numerous agencies who take a proactive, preventative approach to help protect children, and we are happy to work together in the fight against child abuse.”