Programs with a Purpose
Throughout the year, clients are invited to participate in a series of seasonal programs. These include: Easter Baskets of Love (April), School Supplies (August), Share Your Feast Thanksgiving (November), and Holiday Assistance Program (December).
Residents of Waukee Community School District are eligible to apply. Online registration is required.
APRIL
Easter Baskets of Love
The Easter Baskets of Love program is an opportunity for your children to celebrate Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Each basket is filled with traditional Easter goodies and small toys.
Children ages 2–12 will be eligible for Easter baskets.
NOTE: Basket items are available in the Food Pantry and are based on availability.
Client Registration Deadline:
Not applicable.
Client Pick-Up Dates:
Part of Food Pantry shopping, starting approximately 2 weeks before Easter.
AUGUST
School Supplies
Help students start the school year equipped to succeed. Back-to-school supplies are available for children in grades kindergarten through high school in the Waukee Community School District.
Online pre-registration is required.
Client Registration Date:
June 1 – July 31, 2024
Client Pick-Up Date:
August 17, 2024
NOVEMBER
Share Your Feast Thanksgiving
Each pre-packaged Thanksgiving box provides all the ingredients for a family to make a generous holiday meal. Items are based on availability.
Online pre-registration is required.
Client Registration Date:
Will begin October 2024
Client Pick-Up Date:
Mid-November 2024
DECEMBER
Holiday Assistance Program
Our Holiday Assistance Program offers registered clients an opportunity to receive both a Christmas Food Box and Christmas Gifts For Kids.
The Christmas Food Box is pre-assembled and includes a variety of food and personal care items for an extra blessing during the Christmas season. Families in need of help with holiday gifts for their children must apply online.
Online pre-registration is required.
Client Registration Date:
Will beging October 2024
Client Pick-Up Date:
Mid-December 2024
