Cause: RESPONDING TO FOOD NEEDS This project in Auburn is a long-standing fundraiser to support a weekend backpack program. Event will be held virtually on district Facebook account, CCTV and radio stations on Sunday, January 17th. In conjunction with Blessings in a Backpack, students are hosting a virtual MLK event featuring their writings, art, and…
Cause: RESPONDING TO FOOD NEEDS Volunteers will package donated and purchased seeds for distribution through the Greater Lansing Food Bank. Many of the seeds are unique to ethnic cultures of people who are new to the Michigan area including migrant families and immigrants. Volunteers will package seeds and label for distribution.
The following is a list of food items that we are currently collecting. This list is not all-inclusive but are suggested items. Canned Fruits Canned Vegetables Jars and cans of Spagetti Sauce Dry Spagetti Noodles Hearty Soups and Stews (canned) Canned Meat Boxes of cereal Boxes of Instant Oatmeal Packets Granola Bars Boxes of Crackers Snack…
The following is a list of household items that we are currently collecting. This list is not all-inclusive, but are suggested items. Shampoo Conditioner Body Wash Deodorant Dish Soap Laundry Soap Toothbrush Toothpaste Shaving Razors Shaving Cream Handsoap Paper Towel Toilet Paper Spray Cleaner Toilet Bowl Cleaner Hand Sanitizer Baby Wipes Sanitizing wipes
We serve seniors at 7 sites. These are folks that come for a sit down meal, share conversation and enjoy company. We need substitutes to serve when a site manager can not make it.
It would be fun to have music served up with the meal. At any of the seven sites, we would love to have a regular music day offered. Anyone from a soloist to a group could come and practice for an appreciative audience.
History is an important part of the Keweenaw culture, and it would be wonderful to capture stories and photographs or videos of the interesting people that are a part of the meal program.
This is what meals on wheels is all about – delivering a meal to seniors in our community and checking in to say hello. We need substitutes that can learn a route or two and step in when a driver can not make it.
Most Wanted Volunteer Opportunity: Saturdays | 9:00am-12:00pm.
Transportation, Community Outreach, Skills.