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Milwaukee With Kids is continuing our partnership with Kids Impact Community to connect you with simple, powerful family service opportunities throughout the year. Here are some projects happening in March:
Treats and Toys for Easter
March 1-14th, 2021
At home project for all ages
Price: Approx $20-$25
Description: Fill an Easter basket (which will be provided by KIC) with treats and toys for a family in need.
Art Kits for Caring Kids
March 6-21st, 2021Ages: All ages
At-home event for all ages
Price: Free
Description: Create three artwork projects using the materials supplied by KIC in the art kit for the base and your own art and craft supplies to add their own personal touch to it. The recipients of the artwork would love to receive a photo of your child(ren) to accompany their artwork if you are comfortable with that. The artwork will go to residents of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities to decorate for the season.
Grab and go Meals for Runaway and Homeless Youth
March 9th from 11:30-12:30pm
At-home event for all ages
Price: Cost of bag lunch supplies
Description: Help youth in crisis to meet basic nutritional needs through preparing grab-n-go lunches. Your family will assemble 25 bagged lunches at home including: Sandwich or Wrap, Fruit, Side (chips, fruit snacks, granola bar etc.), Dessert, Juice box, and inspirational care card.
Sun catchers for Seniors
March 12 - 31st, 2021
At-home event for all ages
Price: Free
Description: Paint suncatchers as a small gift of joy and sun to 250 older adults who live independently and participate in Milwaukee County’s Senior Dining Lunch Program. Write a sweet note or draw a little picture to include along with their suncatcher. Your child or children will each decorate five suncatchers using the kits supplied by Kids Impact Community. The kits include: 5 suncatcher forms (butterflies and flowers), suncatcher paint, cord, suction cups and gift bags.
Garden Homes Food Pantry Bag Pack
March 15th, 2021 at 10:30am
In-person event for all ages
Garden Homes Lutheran Church, 2450 W Roosevelt Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Price: Free
Description: Help pack 40 food pantry bags with provided canned and boxed food items that will be given out the next day to families and individuals living with food insecurities.
Happy helping! For more information, head to kicmke.org.