Cradles to Crayons

We are thrilled to announce that Alicia Kabir has joined Cradles to Crayons as our new Executive Director in Greater Boston! Along with her 25+ years of leadership experience, Alicia has an extensive history of championing children. She is an especially welcome addition as we #GearUpForWinter with our ambitious goal to provide more than 214,000 packages of winter clothing items to Massachusetts children this season. Alicia joins us from her recent role as CEO at Kesem, a leading national nonprofit organization that supports children affected by a parent’s cancer. During her tenure there, she expanded Kesem’s geographic footprint by 50% and delivered transformational experiences to more than 65,000 children nationwide. Her innovative vision and genuine compassion make her the ideal person to lead our efforts across the state. When you see Alicia in the Boston Giving Factory or out and about in the community, please join us in warmly welcoming Alicia aboard! Learn more about Alicia and our Gear Up For Winter campaign at https://hubs.li/Q02XY7WK0. #EndClothingInsecurity #CradlestoCrayons #PutKidsFirst #Leadership #CommunityBuilding #GUFW

We were thrilled to host 150 colleagues at our Chicago Giving Factory last week as a part of National Diaper Bank Network's annual U.S. Conference on Poverty and Basic Needs. Diaper bank and basic needs banks leaders from across the U.S. toured our Giving Factory and gathered in community to exchange ideas as a part of the conference theme: innovate, elevate, and thrive. Cradles to Crayons CEO and Founder Lynn Margherio reflected on the power of the network's collaboration as a manifestation of C2C's core value that "we are one, and we are stronger together." NDBN's Founder and CEO, Joanne Goldblum, congratulated Lynn on her upcoming transition and highlighted that Lynn's vision and C2C's founding demonstrates how even just one person can make significant change by spotting a need and doing something about it. Thank you to NDBN and all our member colleagues for an incredible evening and inspiring conference! Cradles to Crayons knows that when we work together, our local efforts build to ensure that one day, all children will have the clothing and essentials they need to thrive. #EndClothingInsecurity #CPBN24 #EndDiaperNeed

Cradles to Crayons' #CEO search is open! If you're passionate about putting kids first to #EndClothingInsecurity and want to change this hidden crisis, check out this incredible opportunity. #nonprofit #clothinginsecurity #hiring #leadership

Founder and CEO Lynn Margherio recently spoke with Boston Globe Media about her decision to step down as CEO early next year. Lynn’s vision and passion have empowered us to support millions of children in communities across the United States, and we are so grateful for all she has done for us these last 23 years. Please join us in expressing our gratitude to Lynn for creating such an incredible community of volunteers, colleagues, and friends who will continue to make a lasting impact! #EndClothingInsecurity

As we wrap up #NationalDiaperNeedAwarenessWeek, let's continue to make an impact! Every action counts in the fight against Diaper Need. Here's how you can help: Share & Like: Spread the word by sharing this post and liking our page. Your support helps us reach more people and raise awareness! Follow Us: Stay updated on our initiatives and learn more about how you can get involved. Monetary Donations: Prefer to give financially? Your contributions help us purchase and distribute diapers where they’re needed most. Together, we can ensure every child has the basics they need to thrive! 💜 National Diaper Bank Network https://hubs.li/Q02QBFWw0

Clothing Insecurity is Diaper Need. 🧥➕🍼 Many families face the harsh reality of struggling to afford basic essentials like clothing and diapers. These issues are deeply interconnected, as both are crucial for a child’s well-being. By addressing Clothing Insecurity, we are also helping to alleviate Diaper Need. Every action taken and every donation made helps ensure that all children have access to the necessities they deserve. Join us in raising awareness. Together, we can help #EndClothingInsecurity. National Diaper Bank Network https://hubs.li/Q02QBB490

Diaper Need is a serious issue that impacts families across the country. 75% of families would accept support if they knew where to find it—yet only 19% of surveyed families have received diapers from a diaper bank. This gap highlights a critical need for awareness and action. Shockingly, there are no federal government programs that directly help families purchase diapers or other material basic necessities. Spread the word and join Cradles to Crayons as we work to #EndDiaperNeed and #EndClothingInsecurity. National Diaper Bank Network https://hubs.li/Q02QBlVj0

1 in 2 families lack the resources to afford the high cost of diapers, making diaper need a reality for too many families across the country. That’s why Cradles to Crayons provided more than 8.67 million diapers to children across our network last year. But we know we have much more work to do to provide reliable and sustainable resources to #EndDiaperNeed and #EndClothingInsecurity for all children. National Diaper Bank Network https://hubs.li/Q02QBvqc0

Diapers cost a minimum of $70-$80 a month, pushing families to make impossible financial decisions. Diaper need is a public health crisis, forcing parents to choose between basic essentials and their child's well-being. With 40% of U.S. households with children struggling to meet weekly expenses, the rising cost of diapers and necessities is placing a major burden on families in poverty. It's time to take action. Join us to #EndDiaperNeed and #EndClothingInsecurity. National Diaper Bank Network https://hubs.li/Q02QBhPb0

Diaper need is the lack of a sufficient amount of diapers to keep a baby clean, dry, and healthy. This #NationalDiaperNeedAwarenessWeek, join us in partnership with the National Diaper Bank Network in shining a spotlight on this critical issue. Since 2012, National Diaper Need Awareness Week has united communities to support families in need. At Cradles to Crayons, we're dedicated to ensuring every child has the essentials they need—including diapers. Whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word, your support helps bridge the diaper gap. Let's work together for a future where every baby has what they need to thrive: https://hubs.li/Q02QB0Db0