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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 16, 2025
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. – Kitsap County, in partnership with KidVantage, is proud to announce a community diaper drive in observance of National Diaper Need Awareness Week. All this week, residents are encouraged to donate diapers and baby wipes to support local families facing economic challenges.
Diaper need is a pressing issue that affects many families. According to the National Diaper Bank Network, half of all families in the United States with young children struggle to afford essentials, leading to difficult choices between must-have items like diapers, food, and rent. This drive seeks to ease this burden for local families in Kitsap County.
"Supporting families with young children is one of our top priorities as a County," said Christine Rolfes, chair of the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners. "When families don't have to worry about basic necessities like diapers, children are healthier, parents experience less stress, and our entire community benefits. This drive represents the best of what we can accomplish when we work together to support our neighbors."
How to Help
Community members can donate diapers and baby wipes at two on-campus drop-off locations: the County Administration Building or the Public Works Building, located at 619 Division St. in Port Orchard. For added convenience, donors can skip the trip to the store and purchase items online through KidVantage's Amazon wish list, sending donations directly to the organization.
All donations are distributed directly to families in need through the County's partnership with KidVantage, which provides essential care, safety, and health goods for children experiencing economic insecurity, systemic inequities, or family disruption. Their support extends to expectant and postpartum mothers, ensuring children from birth through age 12 have access to necessities like shoes, diapers, formula, and more.
Community members are encouraged to spread the word by sharing information about this drive with friends, neighbors, and local groups.
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About Kitsap County
Located in Washington, Kitsap County is home to over 270,000 residents across 566 square miles, making it the seventh- most populated county in the state. Bordered by the Hood Canal and Puget Sound, Kitsap offers residents, businesses, and visitors a stunning natural beauty and a unique blend of urban amenities and rural charm. The county includes the cities of Bremerton, Port Orchard, Poulsbo, and Bainbridge Island, as well as many unincorporated communities.
Kitsap County is led by a three-member Board of Commissioners that is committed to providing high-quality services and amenities that enhance the quality of life for all residents while fostering economic growth, environmental conservation, and sustainable development.
For more information about Kitsap County services and initiatives, visit www.kitsap.gov or follow us on social media @KitsapWa.
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