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), The Gift of Food (December) and Christmas Gifts for Kids (December).
Residents of Waukee Community School District are eligible to apply. Online registration is required.
If you would like to participate in our School Supplies program, please complete and submit the online application by clicking the “2023 Client School Supplies Application” button below.
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
Helping 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.
Pre-registration is required. Click the application button below to register.
Client Registration Date:
June 1 – August 8, 2023
Client Pick-Up Date:
August 16, 2023
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, including a selection of either a turkey, ham, or whole chicken.
Online pre-registration is required.
Apply online using the “Client Holiday Application” link at the top of this page.
Client Registration Date:
October – Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Client Pick-Up Date:
Friday, November 18, 2022
DECEMBER
The Gift of Food
This program provides an opportunity to receive assistance with both a Christmas food box and Christmas gifts for kids.
The food box is pre-assembled and includes a variety of food and personal care items that will provide you with a little extra blessing during the Christmas season. Families in need of help with gifts for their children can apply online.
Online pre-registration is required.
Apply online using the “Client Holiday Application” link at the top of this page.
Client Registration Date:
October – Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Client Pick-Up Date:
Friday, December 16, 2022
