Christine Short Edward Jones' Annual Diaper Drive yields 7,373 units for families in need

[December 26, 2022]   The recent Edward Jones diaper drive in Lincoln was a great success, according to Christine Short, a local Edward Jones financial advisor. The collected diapers were donated to Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois (CAPCIL) Head Start Centers located in Lincoln.

"I am in awe of the generosity this community shows when a need presents itself," Short said. "Thank you to everyone who made a donation during our recent drive. Your thoughtfulness will make a significant difference for others in our community."

This annual event has continued to collect more items than the year before. This year holds the record for the most items collected with over 7,373 units! This year the Lincoln Women’s Club also donated to the drive. “Christine and her staff are amazing to work with and we are thankful for this partnership.” said Agency Development Director, Breann Titus

Thank you to everyone that donated. Your generosity makes a large impact. “We all get to the point where there is an empty toilet paper roll, even before the pandemic, and get a little nervous. For families that need diapers, many of them see an empty changing table. Here at CAPCIL and Head Start, our mission is to minimize stress and support our clients as much as we can, and one way is through a diaper drive.” said Head Start Director, Kristen Conklen.

For additional information about Head Start or how you can get involved please visit CAPCIL’s website (www.capcil.info)

It is the mission of CAPCIL, in partnership with community stakeholders, to empower low-income persons and other vulnerable populations of all ages, through the creation and implementation of poverty-fighting initiatives for those in crisis and those who seek a life of lasting independence.

[Breann Titus
Director of Agency Development
Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois]