Texas Diaper Bank

What Texas Diaper Bank does

Texas Diaper Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 74-2886380) headquartered at 1803 Grandstand Dr., #150, San Antonio, Texas, founded in 1997 by a coalition of ten United Methodist churches. The organization refocused on diaper insecurity in 2010 and rebranded to its current name in 2013. It operates five core programs — Parenting Essentials (free diapers and wipes for children 0-36 months), Senior Care Essentials (home-delivered incontinence supplies for adults 60+ across 14 counties), Flo With Dignity (menstrual products for low-income menstruators in Bexar County), Resilient Texans (disaster relief), and Essential Collaborative Partners (supplying 100+ nonprofit agencies). Cumulative impact disclosed includes 3.1 million diapers distributed, 484,000 menstrual products, 105,800 individuals impacted, and $5.5 million in products distributed, with 94% of every donated dollar directed to product provision.

The organization runs on a donation-based revenue model spanning individual one-time and monthly gifts, tiered corporate sponsorships ($5,000–$25,000+), in-kind product contributions, and diaper drive participation fees. Its technology stack consists of a Salesforce-based online enrollment portal and an AI-powered chatbot ("Ana") that provides 24/7 program guidance and resource routing. Headcount is 11-50 employees, supported by 5,500+ volunteers contributing 30,000+ hours from brand partnerships. Geographic footprint covers 22+ Texas counties, with named expansion into Houston via the 2026 Health & Wellness Summit.

Texas Diaper Bank serves three primary recipient segments — low-income families with infants, seniors with incontinence needs, and women/girls facing period poverty — and is supported by a diverse corporate partner base including HEB, USAA, Walmart, Target, Frost Bank, Superior HealthPlan, Methodist Healthcare Ministries, the San Antonio Spurs, Baby2baby, the National Diaper Bank Network, and United Way of San Antonio. The organization holds a Candid 2025 Platinum Transparency Seal and a Charity Navigator Three Star rating, and has received coverage in the New York Times, ABC News, NBC, Washington Post, and USA Today. Leadership includes CEO Jorge Medina and Chief of Advancement & Programs Lexi Bachran, with a board chaired by Travis Mross (President, Zachry Construction).

Name

Texas Diaper Bank

Legal name

Texas Diaper Bank

Website

https://texasdiaperbank.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Texas Diaper Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1997 in San Antonio, Texas, providing free diapers, incontinence supplies, and menstrual products to low-income families, seniors, and menstruators across 22+ Texas counties through five core programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Human Services / Diaper and Hygiene Assistance

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

akta.pro primary industry

Baby Diapers & Training Pants (CRADALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Diapering & Wipes (Diaper Creams, Wipes) (CRABAJAC)

Keywords

• Diaper bank services
• Incontinence supplies distribution
• Menstrual product assistance
• Nonprofit disaster relief
• Essential hygiene program

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio, Texas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and monthly donations from individuals supporting families in need. Options include credit card, check, stock gifts, memorial gifts, and in-kind donations of products.
2. Corporate Partnerships: Sponsorship tiers (Helping Hands $5,000+, Diaper Champion $10,000+, Guardian Angel $25,000+) providing recognition, volunteer opportunities, and brand visibility in exchange for financial support.
3. In-Kind Product Donations: Diapers, wipes, period products, incontinence supplies donated by individuals and corporations for distribution to families.
4. Diaper Drive Host Fees: Corporate sponsorships and diaper drive participation fees for Million Diaper Dash campaign during Diaper Need Awareness Month (September).

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Texas Diaper Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free diapers, wipes, adult incontinence supplies, and menstrual products to low-income families, seniors, and menstruators across 22+ Texas counties. Distribution occurs through quarterly direct distributions, home delivery for seniors, and a partner network of 100+ nonprofit agencies. Programs cover parenting essentials, senior care, period poverty, and emergency disaster relief.

Product overview

Texas Diaper Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of five core programs that provide essential supplies to families, seniors, and individuals in need across Texas. The programs include Parenting Essentials (diapers and baby supplies for families with children 0-36 months), Senior Care Essentials (incontinence supplies for seniors 60+), Flo With Dignity (menstrual products for low-income menstruators), Resilient Texans (disaster relief), and Essential Collaborative Partners (supplying nonprofits). These programs operate across multiple Texas counties with quarterly distributions and home delivery options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Parenting Essentials A diaper assistance program providing free diapers, wipes, and essential baby supplies quarterly to low-income families with children aged 0–36 months in 14 Texas counties, along with referrals to community resources for rent, food, and utilities assistance.
• Senior Care Essentials A program delivering free incontinence supplies including adult diapers, protective underwear, and bladder control pads quarterly to seniors aged 60+ across 14 Texas counties, with home delivery to help older adults maintain dignity and independence.
• Flo With Dignity A menstrual products assistance program providing free tampons, pads, and other period products quarterly to low-income menstruators in Bexar County, helping women and girls manage their periods with dignity and stay in school or work.
• Resilient Texans Program An emergency disaster relief program providing rapid distribution of diapers, incontinence supplies, period products, and hygiene kits to families affected by severe weather events and emergencies across Texas, working with disaster response agencies.
• Essential Collaborative Partners A nonprofit partnership program equipping 100+ partner agencies with diapers, period supplies, clothing, and hygiene items to support families in need, working alongside housing, education, and workforce development organizations across 22 Texas counties.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% of every donated dollar goes directly to providing products
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Baby2babycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational diaper bank network partner providing support and resources for diaper distribution programs across Texas.
• HEBcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor Texas grocery retailer partner supporting Texas Diaper Bank with product donations and customer engagement campaigns.
• United Way of San AntoniocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for community outreach and volunteer coordination, including Emerging Leaders Council volunteer events.
• National Diaper Bank NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated with national network of diaper banks providing advocacy, resources, and best practices sharing.
• San Antonio SpursflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerDunks 4 Diapers campaign - $5 from each ticket for select March games donated to Texas Diaper Bank, supporting local families in San Antonio and nearby counties.
• Superior HealthPlancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare plan provider partnered at 24th Annual Back-to-School Wellness Fair in Uvalde, distributing diapers, wipes, clothes, and supplies to families.
• Emerging 100 HoustonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnered at 2026 Health & Wellness Summit in Houston to distribute menstrual health essentials and engage with local communities.
• Texas Federation of the PeopleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported their health summit in Houston, strengthening partnerships across Houston's health and wellness community.
• Methodist Healthcare MinistriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner in ECP program serving low-income families with essential supplies.
• GoodwillminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferral partner for court-ordered volunteers when Texas Diaper Bank is not able to accommodate.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Baby2Baby: Major national nonprofit distributing diapers, clothing, and essentials to children in need; listed in TDB's data as a core strategic partner. Directly comparable mission, end beneficiaries (low-income families with young children), and product mix (diapers, wipes, hygiene).
• Austin Diaper Bank: Texas-based diaper bank serving the Austin/Central Texas region. Direct overlap in service area, mission (diaper need for low-income families), and product category; competes for statewide donor mindshare in Texas.
• Good+ Foundation: National nonprofit distributing essential baby products (diapers, clothing, gear) to families living in poverty. Comparable mission, product mix centered on diapers, and reliance on corporate donations and volunteer engagement.
• Cradles to Crayons: National nonprofit providing children with essentials including diapers, clothing, and hygiene items to low-income families. Directly comparable mission, beneficiary population, and essentials-distribution model.
• National Diaper Bank Network: National membership network of diaper banks; Texas Diaper Bank is explicitly an affiliate. Comparable mission (addressing diaper need), similar product-distribution model, and shared advocacy/back-office resources make it the closest peer category-wide.

Broad incumbents

• United Way: TDB partners explicitly with United Way of San Antonio; United Way operates a much broader community-impact and fundraising platform that channels dollars to member nonprofits like TDB. Related mission domain and shared donor base.
• Feeding America: Largest U.S. hunger-relief nonprofit with national network, corporate partnerships, and member food-bank model that closely mirrors the diaper-bank network TDB operates within. Different product category but same essential-supply distribution playbook at national scale.

Emerging players

• Alliance for Period Supplies: National network organization focused on period-product supply and period poverty, the same need addressed by TDB's Flo With Dignity program. Comparable beneficiary focus and product category with a narrower scope (period products only).

Regional players

• San Antonio Food Bank: Headquartered in San Antonio and serving the same region as TDB, with an analogous distribution-and-donor-network model—but focused on food rather than hygiene/diapers. They share donor pool, partner-agency network, and emergency-response role.
• Houston Food Bank: Major Texas regional nonprofit in the 'basics' distribution space with overlapping corporate partnerships and partner-agency model. Different product (food vs. diapers) but analogous operational playbook (collection, distribution, partner network).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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