LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — UPDATE — An event that advertised free concert tickets in exchange for a diaper donation to charity may not be playing out exactly as advertised, Channel 13 has learned.
Channel 13 was notified Sunday of claims the event was a scam.
A viewer reached out to Channel 13 and said when she went to drop off diapers this weekend, they were told it would be $80 for the concert tickets and were asked if they would like to pay by cash or by card. She said she ultimately said no and left the event.
A Channel 13 producer had a similar experience when dropping off diapers at ER at the Lakes. She was asked if she kept the receipt for the diapers she had purchased and the monetary value of the diapers would be applied to the concert ticket.
We reached out to a spokesperson for comment.
They said Baby's Bounty did this drive last year and the organization didn't care or check regarding the $50 diaper donation. However, with how crazy and busy the past two were, they decided to make it fair and enforced it. Organizers said they explained the situation to everyone and apologized regarding the miscommunication.
Organizers said because diapers are expensive, a lot of people didn't have to pay and if they did, it was a small amount. They added that most people were really understanding and were happy to provde extra to support Baby's Bounty.
ORIGINAL STORY - Being rewarded for helping a good cause.
Southern Hills Hospital is partnering up with the non-profit organization Baby's Bounty for a diaper drive.
The organization said you can bring a pack of unopened diapers for a free ticket to see Maroon 5, Keith Urban, Sting, The Chicks, or an unannounced surprise concert.
There is a limit of two diaper donations per person for a total of two tickets total per location.
There are three opportunities to donate which are listed below.
- Southern Hills Hospital - Main entrance
March 3 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. - ER At The Lakes - Main entrance
March 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - ER at South Las Vegas Boulevard - Main entrance
March 10 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
