STATEHOUSE — Indiana House lawmakers are partnering with the Indiana Diaper Bank for this year’s 2026 philanthropy to collect diapers and diapering supplies for Hoosier families in need.
House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) and House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) announced the House will host a collection drive in support of the Indiana Diaper Bank through the end of February.
The Indiana Diaper Bank empowers families in Indiana by providing a reliable and adequate supply of diapering essentials. The nonprofit has 70 distribution partners across the state. Since 2017, the Indiana Diaper Bank has distributed 19,786,359 diapers to 294,073 babies.
“We’re proud to partner with the Indiana Diaper Bank this session to support the vital work they do for Hoosier families,” Huston said. “The cost of raising a child adds up quickly, and no baby should ever go without clean diapers. We’re grateful for the meaningful impact the Indiana Diaper Bank and its partners are making across our state.”
As part of its collection drive, the House will accept donations including new and opened packages of diapers of all sizes, pull ups, wipes, diaper cream and clean cloth diapers. Donation bins are located near the House Chamber entrance and the 4th Floor South Atrium at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
“It’s expensive and stressful to be a new parent, and the Indiana Diaper Bank helps Hoosier parents keep their heads above water,” GiaQuinta said. “The Indiana Diaper Bank acts as a critical safety net for Hoosier families and babies, and we couldn’t be prouder to support their mission this year.”
The House is also accepting monetary donations to support the Indiana Diaper Bank. You can contribute to the House fund here.
“1 in 2 Indiana families are in diaper need. Indiana Diaper Bank distributes diapers through a partnership with other nonprofits throughout the state,” said Ashley Burns, president and CEO of Indiana Diaper Bank. “When babies have access to clean diapers, they are healthier, parents are better able to work and families are more stable. Addressing diaper need is a simple but powerful way to support the health and economic well-being of Indiana families.”
The House collection drive will run through the end of the 2026 legislative session in February
