SUPPORTING YOUNG FAMILIES IN NEED
The Parents’ Pantry is a place where Teen Parent Connection participants can shop for baby and personal items. Young parents can earn “Baby Bucks” through program participation, healthcare appointments and school attendance. These “Baby Bucks” can be spent on essentials like wipes, diapers, formula, baby clothes, and hygiene products. This program encourages active engagement while providing vital support to young parents.
*PLEASE NOTE* Teen Parent Connection only provides services in DuPage County, Illinois and surrounding areas; at this time we cannot provide resources out of state or service area.
PARENTS’ PANTRY INFORMATION
Most Immediate Needs:
- Size 6 diapers (any brands)
- 2T/3T gently used boys clothing
- Wipes
- Visit our Amazon Wishlist
We Are Currently Accepting:
- Washed baby clothes and children’s clothing for Spring/Summer months, in sizes Newborn to 5T
- Donated clothing should be in new or gently used condition, freshly washed, and without stains
- Because we have limited storage, we request that you send us the condition and age, along with a photo of all large baby equipment to our Pantry Coordinator, Therese Crawford at ThereseC@teenparentconnection.org
We Do NOT Accept:
- Cribs & crib mattresses
- Used car seats
- Metal baby gates
- Stuffed animals
- Any item/toy that is broken, dirty, or missing pieces
- Used breast pumps
- Maternity clothing
- Halo bassinets
- Out-of-season clothing
Donations can be made during our normal business hours: Monday through Thursday 9:00am to 4:30pm, or Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm. After-hours donations can be left in the designated donation boxes outside the building. Please do not leave items in other open areas (loading dock, doorsteps, etc.).
For more information on our Parents’ Pantry or coordinating a Pantry Drive, reach out to Therese Crawford at ThereseC@teenparentconnection.org or call (630) 201-7338.
MEET THE PARENTS’ PANTRY TEAM
