The long-awaited diaper benefit program, introduced by Governor Bill Lee in 2022, has officially launched, bringing much-needed relief to low-income families across Tennessee.

This program provides 100 diapers each month to families with children under 2 who are enrolled in TennCare. Eligible families can collect their diapers free of charge at participating pharmacies, automatically qualifying for the benefit without any additional steps.

The initiative is designed to ease financial burdens, support child health, and enhance overall well-being by addressing a critical need for low-income families—diapers. However, this raises questions about the future for Nash Diaper and our role moving forward.

Since the program’s start on August 7th, we've seen a surge in phone calls and web traffic. While we are not a designated pickup location or provider, the need for diapers extends beyond just low-income households. Families across the board are seeking assistance more than ever.

Our distribution numbers continue to climb, with close to 400,000 diapers being distributed each month, we’re on track to reach 4 million by year’s end. While we wish diaper need in middle Tennessee was lower and less families were struggling to afford diapers , the demand in Midd Tennessee remains high. We are committed to bridging the gap and supporting families, regardless of their income, and will continue to meet their needs as best as we can.

Many of you are familiar with our Diapers for Diplomas program, but for those who aren’t, it’s a scholarship initiative designed to support college students who double as parents by providing diaper assistance - a full months supply of diapers each month for a full academic year.

As we enter the fourth year of this program, we’re thrilled to see growing interest and continued support as we work to expand the workforce through higher education.

We’re excited to share that the Cohen Foundation has made a generous donation to bolster our Diapers for Diplomas initiative, ensuring its continued success. We will be able to support 200 parenting students this academic year, a substantial jump from last years 125.

This milestone is the result of years of dedication, growth, and the unwavering persistence of our students. We eagerly anticipate the progress and achievements this year will bring for our student parents.

A heartfelt thank you to the Cohen Foundation, the Community Foundation, the Women’s Fund and the Junior League of Nashville for joining us on this venture and a shout out to to Jackson, and Pinnacle Bank who have supported this program from the start. It’s going to be a great year!

The Gallatin Shalom Zone is a nonprofit organization providing life changing programs, resources, and education to the children, youth, adults, & families of Sumner County.

Some of their amazing programs include after school robotic and leadership programs for children & youth and English as a second language and life skills classes for adults.

In addition to all these wonderful programs that they now offer a weekly diaper pantry to the residents of Sumner County.

Unlimited Potential is a community centered nonprofit focusing on racial healing, poverty awareness, employability & entrepreneurship, leadership development and culturally responsive education.

They offer a variety of programs ranging from youth sports leagues, meals, educational classes, hygiene pantries and emergency housing. We’re proud to call them a partner and include diapers in their list of community offerings.