May Day Baskets for Lantern Park
You Can Be a Part of This!
Join us in spreading joy and love to the residents of Lantern Park Specialty Care through our annual May Baskets Outreach. This simple act of kindness brings smiles, comfort, and connection to seniors in our community—and we would love for you to be part of it!
🙌 Volunteer Opportunities
🛍️ Stuff the Bags
📅 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 10:30–11:30 AM
📍 Lower Level – St. Thomas More Catholic Church
👥 12 Volunteers Needed
🚗 Deliver the Bags
📅 Friday, May 1
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 Meet at Lantern Park Specialty Care
👥 8 Volunteers Needed
👉 Sign up through SignUpGenius to participate!
🎁 Donation Needs
We are collecting items to fill each May Basket with care and joy. Suggested donations include:
- Back scratchers
- Large print word searches
- Coloring books (easy or adult)
- Markers, crayons, colored pencils
- Small toys & magazines
- Chapstick & lotion
- Individually wrapped snacks (Little Debbies, granola bars, trail mix, candy, chips, etc.)
- Pop or other small treats
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Drop-off Location: Collection box in the Multi-Purpose Room at STM
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Deadline: Sunday, April 26
💛 Why It Matters
These baskets are more than just gifts—they are reminders to our senior neighbors that they are seen, valued, and loved. Your generosity helps brighten someone’s day in a meaningful and lasting way.
📞 Questions or RSVP
- Kim Schmitz – schmitziowa@msn.com | 319-621-5325
- Terry Conner – tdervrich@gmail.com | 319-331-9749
✨ Thank you for helping us share Christ’s love through simple acts of kindness.
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