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Building community connections to provide educational and physical resources to families in Wabash County.

Stronger families. Stronger Communities.

Babe of Wabash County

When I stepped into a Babe Store for the first time nearly 20 years ago, I was a stranger to its purpose. At the time, Babe was a unique concept to me. I quickly learned that a family can earn Babe coupons (aka money to be spent at Babe only) by doing things that promote healthy child development. These coupons can help you purchase brand-new, high-quality items for your family's needs. Little did I know that this encounter would set me on a path in which, 20 years later, I'd be bringing this innovative organization that has deeply influenced my family to Wabash, Indiana.​

 

I am Katey Till, Founder and Executive Director of Babe of Wabash County.  My greatest calling to date has been being a stay-at-home mom. When our children were little, my husband worked (and still does) as a 7th-grade math teacher for Wabash City Schools. Raising three beautiful little girls on a single income wasn't easy.  As you can probably guess, money was tight. The struggle was real!  ​

 

When my children were little, I earned Babe coupons by visiting places that directly benefited them.  For instance,  I could take my kids to the library each week and participate in storytime, which helped me earn coupons. This process was open to all families, regardless of their financial situation. Everything I purchased with my coupons from Babe was brand new and of good quality.  These coupons were like gold to us and helped us out immensely! ​

 

And that's why I started Babe of Wabash County!  I know how much Babe did for my family, and now I want to share it with others! 

Click the link to see the full story...

Open every

Tuesday: 10am-7pm

 Thursday: 10am - 4pm

 

The playroom closes at 6:30 pm on Tuesdays and 3:30 pm on Thursdays.

See updates on Facebook and Instagram for any temporary closings or changes to the regular schedule!

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About Us

Our Babe Story

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Stronger Families = Stronger Communities

Please support our mission of creating positive and healthy family cultures by building community connections, providing educational materials, and offering resources for families in Wabash County.

Donate Today

To donate to Babe of Wabash County, click on the link below.  The link will take you to the Community Foundation of Wabash County.  They accept donations on our behalf. 

You can also send a check to: 

88 West Hill St.

Wabash, IN 46992

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Thank you for your support!

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Events

Events

The Babe Store is open Tuesday and Thursday from 10am - 4pm

Other events are listed below, just click the event for more details.

FAQ's

Supporting families and the community

  • What is Babe?
    Babe of Wabash County has three goals: to promote good health, education, and relationships with families in Wabash County who have children between the ages of pregnancy and five years old. To have a thriving community, success starts at home. Our most valuable service to families of Wabash County is to provide support, guidance, and mentoring opportunities that help educate parents on good parenting skills and healthy lifestyle practices.
  • How does Babe promote good health, education, and connection?"
    We first promote these values through our highly valued incentive-based program. When families visit the doctor for well-baby check-ups or go to the library for Storytime, they will receive a coupon for these services. These coupons, the currency of our store, are a tangible reward for their efforts. Our boutique, though a store in every sense, operates uniquely-you can only use Babe coupons. Our program not only aids families financially but supports them in their journey of learning and growth as parents, and it also strengthens our community. By investing in our families, we are investing in the very fabric of our community, a testament to the value we place on their participation. The second way that we promote these values is through relationships and education, empowering families with knowledge. When a family walks through the doors of Babe, we begin by creating a relationship with them. We connect them to resources in our county that they may need to learn about, resources that will help support good health and education as they raise their children. We also provide a wealth of educational opportunities through our Tuesday and Thursday morning activities that promote literacy, connection with parents and children, and families with other families. Babe of Wabash County is the only place in Wabash County that offers Spanish Storytime, which focuses on helping expose your child to a second language. We are also excited to begin offering parenting classes thanks to a grant from the Lily Endowment Foundation through the Community Foundation of Wabash County.
  • How can I financially support Babe?
    Babe is 100% community-supported and grant funded. We depend on supporters like you to donate both funds and items to ensure we can promote good health, education, and connection. You can donate with cash, check, or credit card. We've offered a link to donate to Babe on our website. It is through our account at the Community Foundation of Wabash County. We can also send you an invoice through the Square. Our address is Babe of Wabash County 88 West Hill St Wabash, IN 46992 All donations receive a thank you letter and a tax receipt. For more information about becoming a financial partner, contact us at info@babeofwabashcounty.org or katey.till@babeofwabashcounty.org.
  • What events does Babe offer?
    Babe has two big yearly community events: the Independence Day Children's Parade and Babe in Toyland. For more information about either of these events, check them out on our website. Our big fundraising event is our Online Thanksgiving Bake Sale Auction. This is held in November.
  • What types of items does Babe carry?
    All of the items in our boutique are brand new! Coupons can be redeemed for: Car Seats/Carriers/Booster Seats Cribs/Portable Cribs Crib Mattresses/Crib Sheets/ Mattress Pads/Mobiles Potty Seats/Potty Training items Diapers/Wipes Dinnerware/Silverware/Bottles/Sippy Cups/Storage Ware Bottle Drying Wracks Baby Personal Hygiene Products/Baby Baths Boy and Girl Clothing; including socks and underwear Monitors/Sound Machines/Essential Oil Diffusers Essential oils Strollers/Wagons Toys Children's Books Pregnancy items Miscarriage books and other cherished items to help a grieving family Toddler, Twin, and Full Size Comforters Window Curtains Other: * Seasonal decorative items that help celebrate holidays * Baby, Toddler items that are decorative or essential
  • How is Babe funded?
    Babe is 100% community-supported and grant funded. We depend on supporters like you to donate both funds and items to ensure we can promote good health, education, and connection. You can donate with cash, check, or credit card. We've offered a link to donate to Babe on our website. It is through our account at the Community Foundation of Wabash County. We can also send you an invoice through the Square. Our address is Babe of Wabash County 88 West Hill St Wabash, IN 46992 All donations receive a thank you letter and a tax receipt.
  • Where are you located?
    Babe of Wabash County is located at the corner of Hill and Miami St in Wabash, IN. 88 W. Hill St. Wabash, IN 46992
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Babe of Wabash County

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