12-Year-Old Sloan Delivers Over 30,000 Diapers to Families in Arizona

On October 5, 2026, 12-year-old Sloan from Phoenix, Arizona, reached a significant milestone by delivering 30,326 diapers to Nourish Phoenix, a local food and clothing bank. This was the fifth annual drive for Sloan, who started the project at age 7 after noticing empty diaper shelves during a volunteer visit. What began as a small gesture grew this year into a donation that filled an entire U-Haul, marking one of the largest contributions the organization has ever received.

Sloan first recognized the need while volunteering with her mother at Nourish Phoenix. She saw that diapers were in constant demand but often unavailable. Because they are expensive and not covered by most government assistance programs, Sloan suggested a collection drive to her mother. That first effort brought in approximately 7,000 diapers from friends and family, and the initiative has expanded every year since.

Now a seventh grader, Sloan spent this year mobilizing her community to reach the total of 30,326 diapers. The drive involved broad outreach and collaboration with local businesses, highlighting a collective effort to support families facing financial hardship. After the delivery, Sloan expressed her gratitude to those who contributed, saying, "Thank you to our community for showing up in such a BIG way!"

The impact of the drive reaches families who rely on Nourish Phoenix for food, clothing, and job assistance. Diapers are consistently among the most requested items at the center. By ensuring these supplies are available, Sloan’s initiative helps parents avoid difficult choices between buying diapers and meeting other basic needs, supporting the well-being of children throughout the Phoenix area.

Sloan intends to continue her annual drive and hopes to expand its reach even further in the future. The success of the project serves as an example of how young people can take action on issues affecting their neighbors. By addressing the specific needs of families with young children, her efforts contribute to a wider network of community support.