Baby2Baby
| Formation | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Region | Nationwide |
CEO | Kelly Sawyer Patricof |
CEO | Norah Weinstein |
Baby2Baby is an American 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which provides diapers, clothes and other necessities for children in poverty in the Los Angeles area and in disaster areas across the country.[1] In the ten years to 2021, Baby2Baby donated over 200 million items to children in need, including those in foster care, disaster victims, homeless and more.[2]
Baby2Baby leads the Baby2Baby National Network, which works with local organizations to "distribute basic essentials to children living in poverty in over 40 cities across the United States."[3]
History[edit]
Baby2Baby was initially founded by three mothers in the Los Angeles area. In 2011, the trio asked Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein to take over the organization.[4][5]
It gained attention for producing diapers for 80% cheaper than the retail price.[6]
It has garnered support from show business personalities, with a 2018 gala dinner raising $4 million.[7] It is one of four charities that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex suggested people might donate to instead of sending gifts for their newborn son Archie in 2019.[8][9]
Work[edit]
The nonprofit' "disaster relief and emergency response program" allows it to distribute necessities to families in the U.S. who are impacted by natural disasters.[6] in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in 2017, Baby2Baby sent 1.1 million items to Texas.[4]
In 2020, Baby2Baby worked with FEMA to distribute baby formula, which was undergoing a shortage in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.[10]
References[edit]
- ^ "Who We Are". Baby2Baby. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "2011-2021 Impact Report: One Decaade of Baby2Baby" (PDF). Baby2Baby. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ "National Network - Baby2Baby". Baby2Baby. Archived from the original on 2015-10-29. Retrieved 2020-08-24.
- ^ a b "Women in FRAME: Kelly Sawyer Patricof". FRAME. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ^ Zalis, Shelley. "From A Moment To A Movement: Baby2Baby Co-CEOs On The Importance Of Giving Back With Generosity". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ^ a b "Kelly Sawyer Patricof". CNBC. 2024-02-28. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ^ Higgs, Courtney (20 November 2018). "Jenna Dewan, Jessica Alba, and Olivia Munn Just Helped Raise Four Million Dollars for Kids in Need". InStyle. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Baby: Gifts and charitable donations". The Royal Household. April 2019. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ Petit, Stephanie; Mizoguchi, Karen (8 April 2019). "Meghan Markle Chose an L.A. Charity to Honor Her Hometown: 'Thank You for Sharing the Love'". People. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "This is How Private Companies Can Work with the Government to Support Parents". Fast Company. 2021-09-27.
External links[edit]
- Official website
- "Baby2Baby founders on helping America's families". CNBC. 10 May 2018. Interview video
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