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October 13, 2023

Drive-Up Diaper Distribution: Hosted by Global Links & Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank

Global Links and Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank, sponsored by UPMC and UPMC Health Plan, are hosting a Drive-Up Diaper Distribution.

Diaper Distribution Details

October 21 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Location:

McKeesport Area Senior High School
1960 Eden Park Blvd.
McKeesport, PA 15132

Registration:
For everyone’s safety, they cannot accommodate walk-ups. Contact Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank for how to get help if you don’t have a vehicle: 412-373-3074.

Learn More:

Families and caregivers of young children who are experiencing financial hardship are invited to line up by car to receive a FREE one-month supply of children’s diapers per household. Option of choosing up to two different sizes of diapers, sizes 1-6 available, no newborn diapers or pull-ups available. Children do not need to be present.

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April 4, 2023

Diaper Bank at ELRC Region 5

The ELRC Region 5’s main office in downtown Pittsburgh is now a Diaper Bank location in Allegheny County.

Learn More

Emergency diapers and wipes are available at the ELRC Region 5. Families can receive up to 50 diapers and two packs of wipes per month. Opened diapers and wipes may not be returned or exchanged.

The office is located at:

304 Wood Street, Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Call 412.350.3577 for more information.

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March 20, 2023

Best Books for Babies Diaper Distribution-CLP Hill District

Families with babies ages birth-18 months can attend and receive a two-week supply of diapers (sizes newborn – 4 available), as well as a Best Books for Babies book bundle at this event. While supplies last. No registration required.

When: Saturday, April 29 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: CLP-Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15219

Drive-Thru Distribution

Enter distribution line at intersection of Wylie Avenue and Kirkpatrick Street and stay in line to reach the distribution site in the lower parking lot of Central Baptist Church – located across Kirkpatrick Street from CLP – Hill District.

Walk-Up Distribution

Enter walk-up distribution line through CLP – Hill District’s main entrance on Centre Avenue and stay in line to reach the distribution site in the August Wilson room. Please reserve the Walk-Up Distribution for those without cars.

To learn more, visit the Facebook event page.

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July 8, 2022

Diapers and Baby Book Distribution Event Set for Families

Families with babies ages birth through 18 months are invited to receive diapers, as well as a Best Books for Babies 2022 book bundle, during a free event taking place on Saturday, 7/23. 

About

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh in partnership with the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank will be holding the diaper and book distribution in the Central Baptist Church’s lower parking lot, located next to CLP – Hill District.

Families may choose either a drive-thru option or walk-up option to receive a two-week supply of diapers (sizes 0-3) and their baby book bundle.

Event Details:

Drive-Thru Distribution: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Families may drive up to receive a book bundle and a two week supply of diapers (sizes 0-3) while supplies last. Each family may select up to two sizes of diapers, but organizers ask that each car represent only one family

Walk-Up Distribution: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m

Families may walk up to receive a book bundle and a two week supply of diapers (sizes 0-3) while supplies last. Each family may select up to two sizes of diapers.

For more information about this event, email events@carnegielibrary.org or call  412.622.3114.

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November 6, 2020

Diaper Bank at Hub & Family Center

The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center is now a Diaper Bank location in Allegheny County. Diapers in sizes one to six and wipes are available to families in Homewood and surrounding communities. Each family can receive up to two packs of diapers every 60 days.

Requesting Diapers and Wipes

Due to COVID-19, families must schedule a time to pick up their diapers and wipes. To schedule a pickup time, please complete the request form. Once you have completed the form, a member of our staff will contact you to arrange a pickup. Please note that opened diapers and wipes may not be returned or exchanged.

Pickups will be made at the new location for The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center:

7219 Kelly Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15208

Please contact Toni Beasley at 412.540.5732 or toni@tryingtogether.org. Share this flyer with your networks.

About the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center

The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center is one of 27 Family Centers located in neighborhoods around Allegheny County. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center supports the early learning needs of young children, families, and early educators in the Homewood communities. More information can be found on The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center website.

 

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October 21, 2020

Allegheny County Family Resource Map Now Available

Are you interested in accessing food, housing, parent, or employment services? Check out ELRC Region 5’s Allegheny County Family Resource Map to view resources available near you!

About

The Allegheny County Family Resource Map highlights the addresses, phone numbers, and websites of a variety of family supports, including:

    • Aging
    • Care and Education
    • Employment
    • Family Activities
    • Food
    • Health
    • Housing
    • New Parents
    • Outdoors and Recreation
    • Transportation

Through the map, families can find countywide resources and services closest to them, such as senior community centers, family centers, early learning programs, public schools, WIC offices, parks, libraries, food pantries, diaper banks, clinics, public housing, Port Authority bus stops, and more.

More Information

For questions or to submit a map suggestion, please contact ELRC Region 5 at 412.350.3577 elrc5@alleghenycounty.us.