Junior League of Albuquerque

The Junior League of Albuquerque is an organization of women dedicated to building a better community. JLA has been the driving force behind initiatives and institutions that make our community a healthier, more vital place to live. Learn more about our service to the Albuquerque community since 1934. The Junior League of Albuquerque is a chapter of the Association of Junior Leagues International, a vast network of women working in their communities to identify unmet needs, forge effective coalitions, and work for change. Time and time again in cities across the United States, the Junior League has been among the first organizations to tackle a community’s biggest challenges. Mission Statement The Junior League of Albuquerque is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Vision Statement The Junior League: Women around the world as catalysts for lasting community change. Reaching Out The Junior League of Albuquerque reaches out to women of all races, religions, and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism.

WHAT IS DIAPER NEED? Diaper need is the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep an infant or child clean, dry, and healthy. HERE ARE THE FACTS 1 in 3 US families reports experiencing diaper need. 5 million children in the U.S. aged three or younger live in poor or low-income families. Infants require up to 12 diapers per day, toddlers about 8. Disposable diapers can cost $70 to $80 per month per baby. No state or federal child safety-net program allocates dollars specifically for the purchase of diapers. Without transportation, buying diapers at a convenience store rather than a large, big box store can significantly increase the monthly cost of diapers. Most childcare centers, even free and subsidized facilities require parents to provide a day’s supply of disposable diapers. (source: National Diaper Bank Network) HISTORY Since January 2020, the Junior League of Albuquerque has distributed more than 43,233 diapers to nonprofit agencies in the Albuquerque area. We have been able to serve over 400 families by distributing diapers and supplies to these organizations: CYFD Juvenile Justice System Heart Gallery SAFE House ABQ Healthcare for Homeless New Day PB&J Hopeworks Barrett House ABQ Mutual Aid