Activities

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for shopping, please contact our volunteer coordinator prior to the orientation night!  packsac.volunteer@packsacsmiles.com

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION NIGHT –  June 19, 2023 Calvin Presbyterian Church – 401 1st Ave West.  There are two sessions available to sign up for, one at 5:30 PM and one at 6:30 PM.  This is a MUST for both new and returning volunteers. It’s a great opportunity to hear about our program, changes and news. On this night you will also pick up the shopping sheet(s) for each of the children that you are shopping for. * Remember to fill out and bring your volunteer form! Time: approximately 1 hour. Shopping –All shopping must be completed prior to “Drop-off Night”. * Please double check your list before bringing your backpack to be checked. Time: depends upon how many children you are shopping for.

DROP OFF NIGHT – Tuesday July 25,  Location and Time TBD You have completed your shopping for your selected child: now it is time to drop off the items, have your purchases confirmed and your reimbursement issued. * Remember to bring your receipts! Time: approximately 1 hour.

QUALITY CONTROL NIGHT – Tuesday August 1, Location and Time TBD This is the evening that we check and double check.It’s so important to make sure that all of our children’s backpacks contents are the correct sizes and contents complete. Time: approximately 2.5 hours.  

DELIVERY NIGHT – Tuesday August 29, Location and Time TBD  All deliveries are made in pairs.  Due to Covid19,  your partner must be in your bubble.  The smiles you receive in return will make it worth your while.  Time: approximately up to 3 hrs maximum.