Happy anniversary to us!
A little history lesson of @thenapkinnetwork ✨
Five years ago, in the chaos of motherhood and a year of COVID, an idea was born on my kitchen floor. No plan. No blueprint. Just a mom who wanted to help other moms.
In the words of @liftlikeamother , "done is better than perfect."
And look what “done” has turned into.
Here’s to our first five years of showing up, giving back, and building a community where no mom feels alone. We can't wait to see what's ahead 💛
Special thank you to @heylookits_alex for the name inspiration...
#washingtondc #newyears #lifechanging #justgoforit #entrepreneurlife
It’s an honor to be recognized in the inaugural issue of @dcmagazine "Dynamic Women". I love my city, I love my community, and I hope to make a lasting impact in the place I call home. Thank you for this recognition. 💛
"What started in Lindsay Gill’s living room during COVID has grown into The Napkin Network, a movement serving thousands of moms across the D.C. area and beyond. In under five years, more than 500,000 essential baby items have been distributed - all with no staff, no overhead, and the power of community. Lindsay’s mission is simple but powerful: no mother should choose between a clean diaper and a meal.
As she looks to the future, Lindsay hopes that mothers- particularly those facing economic hardship- are recognized not as a side issue but as central to conversations about equity and community care."
✨ Join the mission: follow @thenapkinnetwork , support, and help us make an even greater impact for moms in need.
Photo : @tinaleufotos
I’am SO proud and overcome with emotion to share that @thenapkinnetwork is featured in this months @womansdaymag !
I started this project on the very last day of 2020, after seeing how many moms were struggling during the pandemic ...moms no different than me. I decided I wanted to do something about it. Little did I know a formula shortage was on the horizon, and that this small idea would become a movement.
With three little kids in tow, I’ve poured my heart into this work and five years later, I’m beyond proud of what we’ve built. But more than pride, I feel deep gratitude. Gratitude that we’re making a real difference in the lives of moms.
I’m honored and humbled by this feature, not just for the spotlight, but for what it means: more visibility, more support, and more help for moms in need. The more eyes on us, the more moms we can reach.
I am incredibly thankful to @meaghanbmurphy and @womansdaymag for seeing the "Yay" in all we are trying to accomplish...
Follow along. There’s so much more to come. ✨
#thenapkinnetwork #theyaylist #womansdaymag #momsonamission #motherhood #gratefulheart #nonprofitmom ##womansday #savannahguthrie
Honored to attend the Gourmet Gala hosted by the @marchofdimes thanks to one of our largest sponsors @wiskj , Founding Partner of Red+Blue Strategies.
The March of Dimes has spent decades supporting the health of moms and babies through advocacy, research, and education. Their mission aligns so closely with the work we do at @thenapkinnetwork - ensuring moms and babies have the support they need to thrive. đź’›
A huge thank you to the @washingtonspirit for supporting @thenapkinnetwork this Mother’s Day at their watch party at @metrobardc !
We love seeing fans come together to donate diapers and monetary donations to support moms and babies in our community. Every diaper, every dollar, and every act of kindness makes a difference for families who need it most.
Thank you to everyone who showed up to support the Napkin Network and cheer on our Washington Spirit ladies. We’re so grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for moms. ⚽️🍼
#thenapkinnetwork #WashingtonSpirit #MothersDay #MomsHelpingMoms #DMVCommunity
A few moms who have gone above and beyond for @thenapkinnetwork .
I can only do so much alone and I am extremely grateful for this incredible community making motherhood a little easier.
Happy Mother's Day to all who celebrate today...
A huge THANK YOU to HKA for hosting an incredible Mother’s Day diaper drive for @thenapkinnetwork 💛
Because of your generosity, over 1,200 baby essential items were collected AND $1,300 was raised and will also be matched by the company. That means even more support for moms and families in our community.
These items and funds are needed now more than ever. Every diaper, wipe, and dollar helps us continue showing up for families facing impossible choices between basic essentials and everyday bills.
If your company, neighborhood, school, or community group would like to host a diaper drive or give-back initiative with The Napkin Network, please reach out. Together, we can make motherhood feel a little less heavy for families in need.
We had a beautiful morning at @apricotlanepotomacmd featuring expert insight from local professionals in physical therapy, acupuncture and wellness, and nutrition-focused living. Thank you @cleanlifecollectivedc@dorinakrolldpt and @rebalanceacumd . A special thank you to @alyjacobs for bringing us all together!
Guests enjoyed a welcoming environment designed to make women feel informed, supported, and seen with practical tools and conversations centered around self-care during this important stage of life. From meaningful connections to thoughtful discussions, the event created space for women to prioritize themselves, ask questions, and walk away feeling encouraged and empowered. Thank you to @pureejuice and @kaphematcha for keeping us hydrated!
Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped create such a special morning focused on women’s health and wellness, and for supporting @thenapkinnetwork
A huge thank you to the @washingtonspirit and @metrobardc supporting @thenapkinnetwork this Mother's Day! Soccer, community, and showing up for moms- this is what it’s all about. ⚽️💚
Join us for a night out with purpose at our Cleats & Cocktails Watch Party as the @washingtonspirit take on Seattle Reign. Bring a pack of diapers (or make a donation!) and help us support moms in need.
Bonus: your first drink is on the Spirit when you give 🙌
Let’s rally together, have some fun, and keep building something meaningful: one diaper, one mom, one community at a time.
#MomsHelpingMoms #TheNapkinNetwork #CommunityInAction #WashingtonSpirit GiveBack DMVEvents
We’re building something that matters.
@thenapkinnetwork isn’t growing overnight but it is growing with intention, with heart, and with a community that shows up again and again. And that means everything.
I’m so proud of what we’re creating together...slow, steady, and impactful.
Thank you for being part of it. Let’s keep going. 🤍
#MomsActivated #NapkinNetwork #CommunityCare #SlowGrowth #PurposeDriven
Way past bedtime, riding circles in the front yard like the night isn’t even a thing.
No plans, no schedule-just them, together, figuring out how to be little.
I wish I could bottle this version of childhood forever. 🤍
