Weyerhaeuser holds diaper drive

Weyerhaeuser broke new records during this year's Operation Diaper Drive, exceeding its goal of 1.3 million diapers.

The company brought in a total of 1.5 million diapers for needy families during the drive, which ran from March 4-25.

“Operation Diaper Drive may have the Weyerhaeuser name attached to it, but it’s truly a community event—participation not only by our employees but by our customers, vendors and community members is what makes it possible to meet and exceed our goals each year,” said Anne Leyva, community investment program manager for Weyerhaeuser. “We are so grateful for the outpouring of support from everyone who donated and to all those behind the scenes who make this program possible. It’s a great cause that we are proud to support.”

The drive benefited from 100% participation by Weyerhaeuser employees, as well as help from customers and community members.



As just one example, Weyerhaeuser Distribution’s Easton, Pa., distribution center received donations from around its community, including a $400 online gift from Highlander Equipment, which services the location’s fleet, and a $450 donation from customer Builder’s General, along with 2,500 diapers from Ashley’s Restaurant in Easton and discounted diapers and a $100 gift card from the local Target. The distribution center’s on-site carrier Ryder Trucking donated a truck, driver and time—plus 2,000 diapers.



“It’s great to help our customers who are so involved in their local communities,” said Paul Richardson, general manager for Highlander Equipment.