Parkland Cares
“Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference.” — Helen James
We are looking forward to making Happy Birthday Bags with our friends and neighbours once again. Please help us supply Birthday Bags for the Calgary Food Bank. We will be collecting items during the month of April at Park 96 and the Lake Bonavista Community Association.
Contact us if you are interested in participating. There will be limited volunteer spots for the assembly day. The Birthday Bag kits are made available for children who might not otherwise enjoy the luxury of a birthday party.
Items we will be collecting: new or excellent condition medium/large gift bags, microwave popcorn, boxed cake mix, tub icing, balloons, and candles, New or excellent condition children’s gifts, books/small toys/games, art and school supplies (ages 3 to 5, 6 to 8, 9 to 12). Thank you for your ongoing support.
Upcoming Initiatives:
• Tea and Conversation – Set aside an hour to share your time with a senior neighbour who may be alone or may be the primary caregiver for their partner. Make connections, conversations, and push back against senior loneliness.
• April 1 to 24 – Collecting items for the Birthday Bags Initiative for the Calgary Food Bank.
• Date TBD – Birthday Bags assembly at Lake Bonavista CA.
• May 1 to 10 – Collecting for Basically Babies: Outfitting Newborns in Need.
• Date TBD – Basically Babies volunteer shift.
• May 9 to 10 – Park96 Spring Craft Fair. Parkland Cares will have a table.
• Parade of Garage Sales in Parkland and Bonavista.
Please reach out if you would like more information on how to volunteer or assist in any of these initiatives.
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