Episode 16: How Happy Bottoms Supports Families, One Diaper at a Time

For thousands of families across the Kansas City region, struggling to afford diapers for their young children is a difficult reality. Without access to adequate diaper supplies, these families may face challenges related to child health and hygiene, parent wellbeing, employment stability and more. In this episode of the EveryDayMatters Podcast, Netsmart leaders Tom Herzog, Chief Operating Officer and Regan Baron, SVP of Client Success, speak with Susan Belger Angulo, Co-Executive Director and Chief Development Officer, Happy Bottoms, about the organization’s mission and impact. As Kansas City’s only diaper bank, Happy Bottoms and its volunteers help families access the diapers they need to keep babies clean, healthy and safe. Founded in 2009, Happy Bottoms distributes approximately 640,000 diapers monthly while supporting about 7,100 families across Kansas City and surrounding areas. To date, the organization has distributed more than 35 million diapers, helping uphold the dignity and health of families throughout the region. In their conversation, Tom, Susan and Regan discuss the significant need for diaper accessibility in the community, Happy Bottoms’ expansion into underserved communities and the continued role volunteers play in ensuring families receive the support they need. We encourage you to watch this impactful discussion to better understand the challenges of diaper need, the value of corporate and nonprofit partnerships, and the many ways individuals can support the mission of Happy Bottoms. Happy Bottoms (https://happybottoms.org/) - Discover opportunities to volunteer, donate, host diaper drives and support community awareness efforts that help ensure families have access to essential diapering supplies. National Diaper Bank Network (https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org/) - Through the National Diaper Bank Network, individuals can donate, volunteer, advocate, raise awareness, access research, find local diaper banks, and learn how they can help ensure families have access to essential diapering supplies Listening on a desktop and can’t see the links? Just search for EveryDayMatters in your favorite podcast player.