Senator Erica Harriss’ Mother’s Day Diaper Drive Collects Hundreds of Items for Local Families

Donations from the Metro East community were delivered to Safe Families for Children Metro East to support local mothers and children ahead of Mother’s Day.

Lynsey Whitaker

May 11, 2026 2:20 PM

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EDWARDSVILLE — Thanks to the generosity of the Metro East community, State Senator Erica Harriss’ 2026 Mother’s Day Diaper Drive collected hundreds of essential baby and toddler items for local families in need. On Friday, donations gathered throughout the drive were delivered to Safe Families for Children Metro East to help support moms and children across the region ahead of Mother’s Day.

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“The response from the community was incredible,” said Senator Harriss. “Seeing my office filled with donations and knowing these items will help local moms and children means so much. I’m truly grateful to everyone who took the time to give and help support families in need.”

Community members donated diapers, wipes, pull ups, bottles, hygiene products, toothbrushes, socks, and other everyday essentials for families caring for young children.

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Representatives from Safe Families for Children Metro East said the donations will make an immediate difference for the families they serve.

“Support like this means so much to the families we serve,” said Ellen Mossman, Chapter Director of Safe Families for Children Metro East. “These donations help meet everyday needs for moms and children, and we are incredibly thankful to Senator Harriss and everyone in the community who helped make this drive such a success.”

Senator Harriss said the success of the drive reflects the compassion and generosity of the Metro East community.

“These are simple items that make a big difference for families,” said Senator Harriss. “I’m so thankful for everyone who came together to support local moms and children this Mother’s Day.”