Puerto Vallarta's Volkswagen Beetle is getting stuffed with diapers again. On November 28, from 12 to 4 PM, Nacho Daddy hosts the second annual "Stuff the Bug for Tiny Heroes" Diaper Drive, a casual afternoon of good vibes, good company, and a very good cause: making sure local babies have clean diapers.
The idea is simple. Bring diapers of any size, drop them into the Bug parked outside Nacho Daddy, and watch the car slowly disappear under a pile of donations. Every donor gets a free crafted shot as a thank-you, but as organizers Kim Twilley Easter and Dale Bouayadi are quick to point out, the shot is just a bonus. The real reward is watching a community show up for its smallest members.
A Tradition Born From Need
Last year's inaugural drive set the tone for what's become an annual event. "PV really stepped up for our first diaper drive," Kim says. "There is such a need to support our babies, so we just couldn't stop after one event." Dale felt the same pull toward making it permanent. "Once you see the impact, we feel you just have to do it again," she says. "We can make it a tradition."
That impact is easy to underestimate from the outside. Diapers aren't covered by most assistance programs, and families stretching every peso often have to choose between diapers and other essentials. A single diaper drive, concentrated into one afternoon at one bar, can put a real dent in that gap for months.
Every Size Needed, Every Brand Welcome
Organizers are asking for diapers in every size, from newborn through toddler. "We need every size of diaper," the team explains. "Of course the larger sizes are more expensive, but they're very much needed in the community." Beyond diapers, the goal extends to wipes and diaper rash cream whenever donations allow for the extra reach.
This year's drive benefits five local organizations, each working directly with families and children in and around Puerto Vallarta:
A portion of the diapers collected will also go toward hospital visits, covering newborns and families in immediate need.
What to Expect on the Day
Don't expect anything formal. "It's going to be really fun and super casual," Dale says. "People are amazed when they walk in and they see the piles of diapers." Guests can swing by anytime during the four-hour window, add their donation to the Bug, grab their free shot, and stick around for the vibe at Nacho Daddy.
The act of physically stuffing the car is part of what makes the event work, according to Kim. "Stopping by Nacho Daddy and stuffing the Volkswagen Bug on the day of the event shows the community support," she says, "and a free shot is a thank you from the organizers."
Dale sums up the real purpose behind the gimmick. "It's not about the shot, it's about making it easy and fun to do something good," he says. "People will attend, meet new friends, do a good thing, and have a little toast."
Can't Make It In Person?
Not everyone can carve out time on a Saturday afternoon, and organizers have made room for that too. Those unable to attend can still support the cause with an online donation, meaning the Bug's stash of diapers doesn't depend solely on who's physically in Puerto Vallarta on November 28.
The Bigger Picture
Events like this one are part of what makes Puerto Vallarta's expat and local communities feel connected rather than parallel. A diaper drive doesn't require a big check or a grant application. It requires showing up with a pack of diapers from the store, which is a low bar that a lot of people can clear. That accessibility is exactly why the first year worked and why organizers are confident the second will too.
For families served by Ángeles en Libertad, Ayudemos a Ayudar, Desayunos para los Niños de Vallarta, Pasitos de Luz, and RISE, a stuffed Volkswagen Bug translates into something very concrete: fewer nights spent stretching one diaper further than it should go, and more relief for caregivers already carrying a lot.
Mark the calendar for Saturday, November 28, from 12 to 4 PM at Nacho Daddy. Bring diapers in whatever size you've got, watch the Bug fill up, and grab a free crafted shot for your trouble. If you can't be there in person, you can still donate online to help. Either way, it's an easy afternoon that adds up to real comfort for the youngest members of this community.
Nacho Daddy is located at Basilio Badillo 287 in Emiliano Zapata.
