Each month, Harvesters distributes nearly 5,000 CSFP food boxes to food-insecure seniors. These boxes include shelf-stable items like cereal, pasta, canned vegetables, and juice.
We need your help to make these deliveries extra special! Create a cheerful, handmade card with an upbeat message to include in each box. This is an all-ages activity, and handwriting from kids is absolutely welcome—just make sure it’s legible and take time to make each card unique.
Your Mission
- Add an upbeat message that will brighten someone’s day.
- Decorate, scrapbook, or design your card.
- Include a fun food pun or cheerful phrase!
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Need inspiration? Try these ideas:
- Have a GRATE day! Olive you so much! Pea Happy!
- Don’t worry, be happy!
- Seasonal phrases like “Happy Holidays,” “Happy Valentine’s Day,” “Hopping into Spring,” and “Summer Fun” are also great choices.
Getting Started
- Have fun, get creative, and share your photos with us on social media: @harvestersorg
- Gather your own art supplies (please avoid notebook paper).
- Cards with faith-based or political messages cannot be used.
- If creating cards for a specific holiday or season, please send them at least one month in advance:
- New Year cards: by first week of December
- Valentine’s cards: by first week of January
- Spring cards: by first week of March
- Summer cards: by first week of April
- Fall cards: by first week of September
- Winter cards: by first week of October
Quantity & Service Hours
Any number of cards is welcome! Great for individuals or groups—office teams, schools, service organizations, and more. Service Credit: 1 hour for every 10 handmade cards completed, limited to 4 hours (40 cards) per month. Please note:
- Purchased cards may receive credit at Harvesters’ discretion.
- Service hours are for non-legal purposes only.
- Do not place cards in sealed envelopes—we review all cards before distribution.
Where to Send Completed Cards
Mail or drop off Monday–Friday, 8 AM–3:30 PM:
Harvesters Kansas Distribution Center
Attn: Community Engagement Team
1220 Timberedge Road
Lawrence, KS 66049
Include your first & last name, email, and phone number so we can log your service hours.
