Our Mission
Baby Basics, Inc. is a nonprofit volunteer organization that provides and distributes
diapers to babies of the working/near poor in the community of South Boston.
We believe that early intervention with infants is one of the best ways to maximize
their potential to thrive. And we recognize that diapers are a constant, expensive
necessity. By providing these children with diapers, we are ensuring that the need
for hygienic essentials, from birth to age three, is met. We also provide their
families, who are struggling to make ends meet but have incomes too high to qualify
for federal and state subsidies, with a supportive safety net from welfare and the
opportunity to succeed. We will do this in a caring environment, with a listening
ear, and as needed, referrals for help, and the opportunity to connect with other
programs and services in South Boston.
Baby Basics operates with the aid of volunteers and a working Board, and distributes
diapers to participating families twice monthly. We rely on private donations and
fundraisers, 100% of which goes to the purchase of diapers.
Beyond being just a diaper distribution program, it is our goal to provide a supportive
atmosphere and community for these families who are working hard. This is our kindness.
Baby Basics strives to be that connection to a caring community of support and a safe
place to share their daily struggles and successes, hopefully relieving the sense of
isolation for these struggling families.
As you look into the face of every child, you see the miraculous gift of
life... so precious and so full of potential. Baby Basics strives to help
families meet their basic needs - clothing their babies in diapers.