St. Michael’s is holding our 4th annual diaper drive, centered around Mother’s Day, to benefit River City Food Bank at St. Matthew’s. Last year’s COVID-19 pandemic meant that we were only able to collect checks from our parishioners rather than actual boxes, but it became our most successful drive, and we were able to donate approximately $10,000 to be used for diapers. This year River City is willing to accept checks, as well as boxes of diapers in larger sizes (3-5.) As you may know, SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase diapers. Any amount of funds or diapers collected will be most appreciated by RCFB, as families who come there are always in need of diapers and very grateful to receive them.
The 2021 St. Michael’s drive Is running until June 6. What has worked for us is asking those in our parish who wish to contribute, to write a check to St. Michael’s adding “Diaper Drive” on the memo line or to bring in boxes of diapers. We found Amazon (search for bulk diapers) usually has the best prices. After June 6, our bookkeeper will total the contributions and write one check to River City Food Bank/ Diapers for the amount and deliver any diapers collected.
If you decide to participate, please send an email to: deaconcindy@stmichaelscarmichael.org to let us know so that we may recognize your participation in our weekly newsletter.
Thank you,
Dancy Dobrenick and The Rev. Cindy Long
The Rev. Cindy Long
Deacon for Pastoral Care and Outreach
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
2140 Mission Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608