For every pack of Huggies®
Diapers purchased at a Walgreens store or online at
Walgreens.com this August, Huggies® will donate a day's
worth of diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network, up to 1
million diapers.
NEENAH,
Wis., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This August,
for the sixth consecutive year, Kimberly-Clark's North American
Huggies® Brand and Walgreens are coming together to
raise awareness of diaper need in the
United States, supporting those struggling with providing
diapers for their children. One in three1 families
in the U.S. experience diaper need and are unable to provide enough
diapers to help keep their child's skin clean, dry and healthy.
For the entire month of August, Huggies® and
Walgreens are encouraging people across the country to help support
this important cause. For every pack of Huggies® Diapers
purchased at a Walgreens store or online at Walgreens.com this
August, Huggies® will donate a day's worth2
of diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network – up to one
million diapers. Since 2011, Huggies® and the National
Diaper Bank Network have helped provide more than 300 million
diapers to those in need.
"When a baby doesn't have access to clean diapers, they're
exposed to potential health risks, which is the driving force
behind this important collaboration with Walgreens and The National
Diaper Bank Network," said Robert
Raines, Vice President of Marketing for
Huggies® North America. "Many people don't realize
how prevalent diaper need is in our country, and through this
partnership, we will educate and encourage people to join us in
supporting families to help babies and children thrive."
"In our pursuit of more joyful lives through better health,
Walgreens is proud to team up with Huggies for the sixth
consecutive year," said John Gremer,
director of community affairs at Walgreens. "Driving awareness to
diaper need in support of helping families across the local
communities we serve is important."
Arin Wright – professional
Chicago soccer player and mother
of a two-year-old son – is partnering with Huggies® to
help spread the word about the donation program with Walgreens and
encourage her fans to participate in the giving. Wright isn't just
a defender on the field – she has been a strong advocate for new
parents facing challenges, such as maternity leave, balancing a
career with parenthood, fertility services and daycare.
"There are so many things to think about when raising a child,
and it pains me to know that so many families have to worry about
not knowing if they'll have enough clean diapers today," said
Wright. "I'll be buying my Huggies® at Walgreens this
month to help generate donations to families in need, and I'll be
asking my friends, teammates and family to do the same. I hope
people across the country will join us on this important mission to
help make sure more parents have access to clean diapers."
To support a family in need today, visit your local Walgreens or
Walgreens.com to purchase your next pack of
Huggies® diapers, now through the end of August. To
learn more about Huggies® products and all that
they do to support babies and families, please visit
Huggies.com, and follow us @Huggies
on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About Huggies® Brand
For more than 40
years, Huggies® has been helping parents provide their
babies with love, care, and reassurance. From developing
innovative, everyday products for babies to partnering with
NICU nurses to create special diapers and wipes for the most
fragile babies, Huggies® is dedicated to helping
ensure that all babies get the care they need to thrive.
Huggies® is proud to be the founding sponsor of the National
Diaper Bank Network, a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to
eliminating diaper need in America since 2011.
Huggies® is also the national sponsor of nonprofit Hand to
Hold, which provides personalized support before, during, and
after NICU stays and infant loss. For more
information on product offerings or our community efforts, please
visit Huggies.com.
About Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark
(NYSE: KMB) and its trusted brands are an
indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries.
Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's
most essential needs, we create products that help individuals
experience more of what's important to them. Our portfolio of
brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott,
Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend,
Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites,
Intimus, Neve, Plenitud,
Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll,
hold the No. 1 or No. 2 share position in 80 countries. We use
sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger
communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come.
To keep up with the latest news and to learn more about the
company's 150-year history of innovation, visit
kimberly-clark.com.
About Walgreens
Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the United States segment of Walgreens Boots
Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), a global leader in retail pharmacy.
As America's most loved pharmacy, health and beauty company,
Walgreens purpose is to champion the health and wellbeing of every
community in America. Operating more than 9,000 retail locations
across America, Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens
is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving
approximately 8 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists
play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a
wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services. To best meet the
needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true
omnichannel experience, with platforms bringing together physical
and digital, supported by the latest technology to deliver
high-quality products and services in local communities
nationwide.
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1 Diaper
Need and Its Impact on U.S. Families; 36% of respondents selected
at least one of the following three statements: 1. I currently do
not have enough diapers to keep the child(ren) in my household
clean, dry, and healthy 2. I find it difficult to afford buying
diapers for the child(ren) in my household 3. I frequently find
myself running out of diapers for the child(ren) in my
household.
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2 "A day's
worth" is considered six diapers, as determined by the K-C Diaper
Diary Study, 2016.
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