Instructions
Learn about food insecurity in your community and put together healthy food packs with inspirational messages.
First and foremost,
thank you
Thank you: First and foremost, thank you so much for participating in the Packs of Inspiration project. Food banks, homeless shelters, and nonprofits across the globe are doing what they do best – feeding and caring for people in need within their communities. Now, it’s our chance to support them!
Our Goal: To learn about the aims and impact of the nonprofits we’re supporting and immerse ourselves in the situations the homeless and food insecure go through. We’re also packing non-perishable food and hygiene items with notes of inspiration for those that truly need them.
Instructions
We work to keep things as simple as possible. If you have any questions, please get in touch with your event coordinator or reach out to “Kai” (WeHero Super Dog) in the lower-right corner of this page.
Your Agenda
Welcome To Packs Of Inspiration
What do you hope to gain from this experience?
Food Insecurity Defined
How does food insecurity affect individuals and communities?
What are some reasons why people experience food insecurity?
The Power Of Food
How can food be used as a tool for social change?
Packing The Bags
How can we ensure that the letters are inclusive and sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the recipients?
How does the act of packing these bags make you feel?
Thank You and What's Next
What can we do moving forward to continue supporting these organizations and individuals in need?
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Step 1: Decorate your bags
We’ve provided three markers to decorate the outside of your organic cotton drawstring bags. Leave words of encouragement or quotes, or draw a picture or design. We can’t wait to see what you create!
Note: The markers will bleed through the cotton bag, so when using them, please put a couple of sheets of paper inside to avoid unwanted stains.
Step 2: Add all the items to each bag
You will be making two packs for this event—the inventory below lists the quantity of each item that goes into the organic cotton drawstring bags. Please leave the markers out of the bag. They’re yours to keep!
Item
Number/bag
Jerky stick
1
Raisins
1
Sunscreen
1
Fig bars
1
Tuna
1
Wipes
1
Nut snack pack
1
Lip balm
1
Socks
1
Letter
1
If you feel an item is missing, please leave a note inside the box for the staff. If you have any extra or alternative items (e.g., a Granola Bar instead of a Fig Bar), please keep them in the box for the return shipment.
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Step 3: Letter writing
Use the stationary provided to write a letter to your recipients. People tackling homelessness love reading words of encouragement, jokes, and stories. They are also curious about the people performing these acts of kindness. Put one completed letter inside each drawstring bag.Note: This letter is the most essential part of your gift. Please take the time to leave sincere thoughts.
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Step 4: Re-box and apply the shipping label
Using the original box everything came in, add the completed kits and reseal. Attach the prepaid shipping label and schedule your USPS pickup. You can also drop your box off at your local post office. To schedule your pickup, simply use the following link and follow the steps: www.wehero.co/pick-up/
Note: If the system asks for weight, you can enter 6 pounds and the shipping provider will update the weight automatically.
Step 5: Photo time!
Take a photo of yourself with your completed packs and share the experience with your friends and family. Use the opportunity to spread awareness and share this act of kindness. Be sure to tag WeHero when you post on social media!
You've successfully completed your Packs of Inspiration experience!
Nice work! Now what?
We’d love your thoughts!
Have 32 seconds? We always want to make these experiences better and would love your feedback.
Learn more
Visit the National Alliance to End Homelessness website to learn more about their mission and how you can support communities in your local area.
Recycling is hard so we made this resource list to make it easier!
We build our volunteer events to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Whether it is offsetting the carbon emissions of the shipping process, using recycled cardboard for the boxes, or relying on algae based dyes, we’ve made conscious steps to ensure we’re doing right for our world.
How we offset our carbon footprint
We have partnered with Cool Effect on The Mare Chicose landfill project in Mauritius to reduce methane emissions, generate electricity, create jobs, and promote sustainable development. Investing in the project helps reduce our carbon footprint and support global climate change mitigation.
Have questions about your experience?
We’re here to help!
Get in touch with us here or give us a call. Feel free to also chat with Kai and he’ll fetch a member of our team to help!
