Volunteer Shout Out: Kath Bergin
“Baby Basics meets the criteria that I set for myself when deciding which kinds of philanthropic projects I will give my time and talents to. It provides a hand up NOT a hand out, which is so important. And, overall the organization is very well managed, which is so important.”
Low-Income Families Pay More for Diapers
You might be thinking; how can that be? I’ve never seen a different price level based on income levels. And, you are right. However, when a family is living paycheck to paycheck, there is a significant difference in the number of diapers they can afford at...
Give Where You Live – February 20 & 21
The beginning of the year is a busy time for everyone in Southwest Florida – and Baby Basics is no different. While we are fresh off the 10th annual 5K Fun Run/Walking Challenge - which brought out over 200 people to run and walk to raise funds for Baby Basics –...
The Importance of Sharing Our Story
Each year, Jean Ann Lynch, board president and founder of Baby Basics, is asked to speak at various organizations throughout the community. So, when Cathy Reichenbacher reached out to see if she was interested in speaking with the Naples Woman’s Club, she (of course)...
And, the award goes to…
We are thrilled to announce that Baby Basics was selected by the Community Foundation of Collier County (CFCC) as one of its 2018 honorees at the organization’s annual Celebration of Philanthropy event that was held on Friday, November 2 at Grey Oaks Country Club....
Thoughts on Hurricane Irma
I do not think any of us realized the extent of hardship that was thrust upon and has continued for the low-income families that were affected by Hurricane Irma. During that destructive time, one of the most sought after necessities was diapers. Baby Basics of Collier...
Diapers are a hot commodity, even in the summer months
It’s hot. It’s steamy. It’s summer in Naples! When the mercury starts to rise, it’s difficult to muster the energy to leave the house. Instead, we enjoy moving at a slower pace, taking a dip in the pool, taking vacations up north, and generally keeping cool – in...
Shocking Statistics About Children in Crisis
Learn more about the reality of children living in crisis throughout the world, including the United States and Collier County. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be easy to pass by or not notice others in need. At face value, many families seem to be surviving and...
Baby Basics Walking Challenge for Collier County
Baby Basics of Collier County is proud to host the 2015 Walking Challenge. This event will help bring awareness to the numerous families in the area with infants in need of new, clean diapers. Baby Basics works with low-income families in need of assistance, providing...
Reasons Why Supplying Diapers is Critical in Today’s Society
Children are without a doubt the future of America and nurturing these future leaders is pertinent to the success of our great country and communities. This nurturing starts from birth and continues until they become successful adults. Although we hope that each child...
Welcome To Baby Basics of Collier County
There has been a lot os publicity about the plight of low-income families with babies and the need for diapers. There was an article in the Naples Daily News recently. It was a story from St Louis Diaper Bank about the great need for diapers. It is a story we at Baby...