INDIANAPOLIS — With Mother’s Day approaching, Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) is teaming up with the Indiana Diaper Bank to tackle a growing crisis in Hoosier households: diaper insecurity.
The third annual Diaper Drive seeks to provide essential supplies to the nearly 50% of Indiana families who struggle to afford diapers. Research shows that diaper need is a critical issue that often goes hand-in-hand with food insecurity—a primary focus area for PS&E’s community outreach.
How to Give: Two Ways to Help
The community has two primary methods to participate in the drive, including an in-person event during a high-profile matchup at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
1. In-Person: “Pack the Plaza”
- When: Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Bicentennial Unity Plaza
- Event: Fans attending the Indiana Fever preseason home opener against the Dallas Wings (7 p.m. tip-off) are encouraged to bring physical donations of diapers and wipes.
- Drop-off: The Indiana Diaper Bank will have trucks and staff stationed on the plaza to receive and store all donations.
2. Online: Monetary Donations
For those unable to attend the game, monetary donations are being accepted through Wednesday, May 6.
- Donate Here: givebutter.com/psediaperdrive2026
The need for this drive is underscored by startling statistics regarding family wellness in Indiana. While diapers are as essential as food, they are often a significant financial burden that many local families cannot meet.
| The Statistics | The Reality |
| Household Impact | Nearly 1 in 3 households across the U.S. experience diaper need. |
| Indiana Specifics | 1 in 2 Indiana families struggle to afford basic diaper supplies. |
| Gender Gap | 91% of caregivers serviced by the Indiana Diaper Bank identify as women. |
| State History | Indiana was the second-to-last state in the U.S. to establish a diaper bank. |
For more information on the drive or to contribute to the cause, fans are encouraged to visit the donation portal before the May 6 deadline.
