Baby Closet

THE BABY CLOSET – HELPING FAMILIES WITH
NEWBORNS THROUGH SIZE 5

SHOWER the BABY CLOSET with Donations this APRIL!

The Baby Closet needs the following donations:
Boys Pants and Shorts – Sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, and 5T
Girls Pants and Shorts – Sizes 3T, 4T, and 5T
Diapers – Sizes 3, 4, and 5

CASH, Checks, and ONLINE donations are Welcome.

Mail Your Donation to:
The Baby Closet
%West Side Baptist Church
1004 SW 4th St., Topeka, Kansas 66606

GIVE ONLINE

Call the Church Office to schedule a drop-off during business hours or regular Baby Closet Hours (see below).

HOURS OF OPERATION:

  • Mondays | 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Wednesdays | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
  • Thursdays | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

CLOSED on FEDERAL HOLIDAYS and for INCLEMENT WEATHER.

The Baby Closet no brinda servicios en español ni en otros idiomas.
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BABY CLOSET – The Baby Closet is a community service program operated by volunteers to help children and families in need in the City of Topeka, Kansas.  Parents and legal guardians of children aged newborn to age five may receive help with a designated number of items each month, which includes clothes, diapers, disposable wipes, formula, and miscellaneous household items such as high chairs, strollers, and other necessities.  Some limitations and restrictions apply. 

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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Expecting mothers (within three weeks of the due date), custodial mothers and fathers, grandparents as parenting, custodial next-of-kin (e.g., aunt, uncle, etc.) and legal guardians may access the resources in the Baby Closet once per month. Bring a government-issued photo identification card.

Questions?  Leave a message on the Baby Closet voicemail at (785) 233-4241, extension 4. 

Find Us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/babyclosettopeka

SAFE KIDS KANSAS – Car Seat Program

Road injuries are the leading cause of preventable deaths and injuries to children in the United States. So be sure to use a car seat or seat belt appropriate for your child’s size, age, and development, and buckle everyone up on every ride.

Looking for a car seat inspection site or a free car seat / donation program in Kansas?
Visit www.kansascarseatcheck.org for a list of resources near you.

WE CAN NOT ACCEPT DONATIONS of BOOSTER or CAR SEATS
We can not distribute or share Car Seats or Booster Seats
because of the changing Laws and Regulations.

CASH, CLOTHES, DIAPERS and BABY ITEMS DONATIONS ACCEPTED:

DONATIONS: Monetary donations, clean clothing, unexpired baby food and formula, maturity clothes, and miscellaneous items are welcome from families, businesses, faith communities, social service agencies, and the community. Several families help by giving back to the Baby Closet to keep the shelves stocked. We are grateful for all donations to help children in need.

DONATION APPOINTMENT – Contact to Church Office at (785) 233-4241 to schedule an appointment to drop off your donations.

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West Side Baptist Church is a registered 501(c)3 Not-for-Profit Religious Charitable Corporation (USA Federal ID Number 48-0612483; Kansas Tax Exempt KSNKX22BJN, Exp. 10-01-2024). Donations may be tax-deductible as permitted by law. Send donations to: West Side Baptist Church, 1008 S.W. 4th Street, Topeka, KS 66606.

HONOR & RESPECT POLICY – The Church is committed to treating people with dignity, courtesy, and integrity by upholding our Christian principles of honoring and respecting all people, regardless of age, color, creed, ethnicity, gender expression, marital status, military obligations, national origin (ancestry), physical appearance (height, weight, etc.), physical or mental ability (handicap), race, religion (or no religious beliefs), sex, sexuality, or veteran status. The Church does not discriminate in the distribution of goods and social services. If you have experienced discrimination, speak with a program supervisor or call the Minister at (785) 233-4241.

Updated: March 31, 2025