Really want to use cloth but can’t afford the start-up costs? If you are struggling to finance the transition to cloth diapers, you may be eligible for a cloth diaper loan from a cloth diaper charity.
This list is by no means exhaustive. There are also many amazing local cloth diaper charities that may be available in your area. A quick google search of ‘cloth diapers + (your town and state)’ should show any local results.
Please visit the website of each charity linked below to find full information pertaining on how to apply to receive diapers. I didn’t include that info here as it is lengthy and is detailed fully on each site.
If you have cloth diapers you no longer need or use, donating them to a cloth diaper charity is a wonderful option! It keeps even more disposable diapers out of landfills and helps families in need! To make it easier, I’ve listed what each accepts for donations.
United States Charities
Cloth for Every Bum – CLOSED
- Cash Donations
- New and used cloth diapers. Good used condition appreciated. But will accept diapers in need of minor repairs to be functional again. This includes velcro, snaps, and elastic. No delaminated diapers or torn items.
- Cash Donations
- Accepts cloth diaper in good working condition. You may find the list of approved brands here.
GroVia Gives
Does not accept donations as diapers given are 100% GroVia brand.
Jake’s Diapers
- Cash Donations
- Cloth Diapers, new or pre-loved, from any brand. We accept any that are in good working condition.
- Wet Bags/Pail Liners
- Sewing Supplies: Thread, 1/4? Braided Elastic, Kam snaps, Fabric
The Cloth Option
- Cash Donations
- Previously loved or new cloth diapers of any style and brand, in good condition or better. They will also accept diaper in need of minor repairs such as snaps or elastics.
- Cloth diaper related items such as wet bags, snappis, fleece or disposable liners, diaper bins, etc.
- Supplies to help our organization such as bins, detergent, etc.
They are happy to take cloth diapers needing new elastic or other simple repairs. We cannot accept diapers with damage that cannot be repaired, such as torn PUL or delaminated diapers.
Canadian Charities
Babies in Cloth – CLOSED
Babies in Cloth has eight chapters serving Alberta, Canada.
- Cash donations
- New, used and in-need-of repair cloth diapers and cloth diapering accessories
Cloth for a Cause
- Cash Donations
- Gently used and new cloth diapers
- Cloth diapering necessities such as wetbags, pail liners, laundry detergent, liners (either reusable or disposable).
- They also accept diapering materials and fabric including PUL, bamboo, KAM snaps, new elastics, etc., and sewing supplies and equipment.
Please feel free to leave links to any cloth diaper charities you know of in the comments. And also share your experiences if you’ve ever used one.
Jenn is a long-time cloth diaper educator and a passionate small business advocate. She has worked in the reusable diaper industry for over a decade, helping millions of families via her websites All About Cloth Diapers, Thinking About Cloth Diapers and Cloth Diaper Geek as well as hundreds of small businesses during that time. Her goal always to provide simple, reliable information.
Sidney says
Hi, I have started a cloth diapers charity that not only provides cloth diapers but a small washer to clean them. They have to return them to go up in size and the washer must be returned. The diapers and machine only go to age 3 but we also offer potty training help. If you have anyone in the Omaha/Council Bluffs IA area that needs assistance
Amanda Viernes says
Where can I send used cloth diapers to?
Jennifer Reinhardt says
Most of the charities on this list take them. Check out their websites for info.
Danielle Claseman says
Minnesota Cloth Diaper Bank
Mechelle says
How can I get cloth diapers