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Urgent need for diapers: Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland gathers donations, raises awareness

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8 months ago

September 19, 2023

Urgent need for diapers: Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland gathers donations, raises awareness

CLEVELAND, Ohio — There’s a growing crisis impacting parents across the U.S. and right here in Northeast Ohio when it comes to childcare and wellness.

Data shows one in two families with children struggles to provide enough diapers for their baby.

It comes as diaper prices continue to surge.

They’re now averaging around $30 per pack.

This week marks National Diaper Need Awareness Week.

A local non-profit is working to break down financial barriers and lend a hand to those in need.

The Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland is offering assistance and encouraging folks to donate to their mission.

The National Diaper Bank Network reports that 47% of people cannot afford diapers nationwide.

The cost has jumped by 32% since 2019.

The Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland says access is critical.

The nonprofit is providing free diapers and other basic needs each day.

Officials say they typically distribute 5,000 to 10,000 diapers per month locally.

This week, they’re hosting a series of events to raise awareness and gather more donations.

They partnered with First Year Cleveland and the Case Western Reserve University Student Run Health Clinic.

Right now, they are actively accepting diaper and car seat donations through the end of the month at that location.

Then, The Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland is hosting the annual “Stuff the Truck Diaper Drive” this Saturday at St. John Bosco starting at noon.

They have given out more than 250,000 diapers since 2019, and they say the need is greater than ever.

“Currently, one in two U.S. families with young Children are experiencing diaper need and cannot afford the rising cost of diapers. They are unable to afford enough diapers to keep their child clean, healthy, and dry. And that statistic is the same for us right here in Cuyahoga County,” Nakeisha Wells, Founder and CEO of the Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland said.

The Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland is up and running at 12200 Fairhill Road in Cleveland.

Diapers can be donated Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the front desk.

The organization is also hosting the Inaugural Dancing for Diapers Gala.

It’s happening on Saturday, September 30 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Mediterranean Party Center along Rockside Road in Bedford Heights.

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This Week in Cleveland Food News: Issho Ni Team Heading to Ohio City

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4 hours ago

May 18, 2024

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This Week in Cleveland Food News: Issho Ni Team Heading to Ohio City

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– The folks behind Issho Ni have quickly built a sterling reputation out east for ramen, sushi, and omakase. Now, with the departure of Cha in Ohio City, they’re bringing a fresh izakaya concept and omakase tasting room to the near west side.
– One Pot Hot Pot & BBQ is now open in Coventry, and the room and menu are something to behold.
– The newest entry to AsiaTown is Yi Er Chuan, which serves up malatang hot pot.
– ICYMI, Gather Food + Drink opened its doors in Rocky River.

– Summer’s almost here and there’s a boatload of new dining options on tap. Catch up right here.

Boom’s Pizza, Shaker Heights Last fall, Ben Bebenroth announced that he and his team had signed a lease for the former Michael’s Genuine space at Van Aken District. When it opens this summer, Boom’s Pizza in Shaker will join the original shop in Lakewood, which opened in early 2023. Once again, Bebenroth is working with Richardson Design to rework the space to better align it with their service approach, which blends the efficiency of a fast-casual operation with the comfort of a sit-down eatery. Guests order, pay and grab beverages from coolers filled with beer, wine by the can, split and bottle and soft drinks. For this location, they plan to dial back the self-serve beverage options in favor of a streamlined bar program featuring draft beers and draft cocktails.

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Police Memorial Week parade in Cleveland to celebrate fallen officers

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11 hours ago

May 18, 2024

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Police Memorial Week parade in Cleveland to celebrate fallen officers

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Police Memorial Week parade will kick off Friday morning, honoring all fallen officers, including the recent loss of Euclid officer Jacob Derbin.

The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. and will march down Lakeside Avenue and East 12th Street.

A memorial service at the Greater Cleveland Peace Officer Memorial will take place following the parade, officials say.

Saturday, the Cleveland International Tattoo at Cleveland Public Hall will have bagpipe bands paying tribute to the fallen officers.

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Lil Wayne Makes Shockingly Bold Statement About Minnesota Timberwolves

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May 17, 2024

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Lil Wayne Makes Shockingly Bold Statement About Minnesota Timberwolves

On Thursday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves hosted the Denver Nuggets at the Target Center for Game 6 of their second-round playoff series.

With their season on the line, the Timberwolves showed up and won by a score of 115-70.

Game 7 will now be on Sunday in Denver.

After the big win, Lil Wayne (via FS1’s Undisputed) made a bold statement about the Timberwolves.

Wayne: “I saw a T-Wolves team that can win the championship.”

Paul Pierce then asked: “So you got them winning Game 7 in Denver?”

Wayne: “I got Minnesota winning Game 7.”

“I see a Wolves team that can win Game 7 and the championship.”
— @LilTunechi pic.twitter.com/xCGYXLonkE
— UNDISPUTED (@undisputed) May 17, 2024
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The Timberwolves were led by All-Star guard Anthony Edwards, who finished with 27 points, four rebounds, four assists and three steals while shooting 8/17 from the field and 4/9 from the three-point range in 34 minutes of playing time.

They also shot 46.5% from the field and 37.5% from the three-point range (as a team).

Meanwhile, the Nuggets shot just 30.2% from the field.

May 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) laughs / Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Whoever wins the series will advance to the Western Conference Finals and face off against either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Dallas Mavericks.

The Mavs lead the Thunder 3-2 with Game 6 on Saturday evening in Dallas, Texas.

these two. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/PTb074Ygdd
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) May 17, 2024

The Nuggets are coming off a season where they won the NBA Championship over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat (they also beat the Timberwolves in the first round).

However, the Timberwolves are a much better team this year, because Edwards has blossomed into arguably one of the ten best players in the league.

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