Host a gift drive or fundraiser

Your group is invited to host a gift drive or fundraiser to support Gifts for Seniors’ critical community programs for vulnerable older adults. Program options in need of support:

• Gifts for Seniors - basic needs for living and aging well

• Food for Seniors - hunger relief for those in need

• Tech for Seniors - devices, affordable internet, & digital literacy education

• Cards for Seniors - inspiring human connection one card at a time

Host a Gift Kit Making Project

Does your group love to put together care packages to share with those who need extra support? You are invited to coordinate a gift kit project like one of these:

• personal care kits - shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, soap, toothpaste, nail files, and more!

• activity kits - word finds, crosswords, sudoku, adult coloring books, colored pens/pencils/sharpeners, puzzles, and card games.

• pantry packs - nonperishable, shelf stable supplemental healthy foods like tuna packs, dried fruit, and nuts.

• sweet treats or snack packs - sweet or salty, you call it :)

• create a combo gift bundle from any of the above ideas!

Host A Bird Feeder & Seed Drive/Activity

For elders living with health and mobility challenges, watching bird activity outside their window is a great way for them to connect with nature and the outdoors. We invite you to join us in spreading joy by collecting bird feeders, seed, and hummingbird fluid.

Feeling crafty? Coordinate a build or painting project to create these gifts that will bring joy and birdwatching enjoyment for years to come.

Calling all makers

Does your group love to make homemade items and crafts? You are invited to create your gifts! Here’s a few ideas:

• knitters and crocheters - hats, scarves, gloves, artwork

• quilters - blankets, throws, lap blankets, table runners

• sewers - totes, wheelchair bags, hot dish holders, pillowcases, anything really!

• crafters - ornaments, reindeer candy canes, washcloth teddy bears, etc.

Host a card making party

Get friends together for a fun time making and/or filling out store bought cards for isolated older adults. Visit our Cards for Seniors page to learn more about this meaningful initiative inspiring human connection one card at a time.