THE PLAN
Planning and Preparation
Material Collection Drive
Material Collection Drive
Community Outreach:
Inform the community about the project and encourage participation with social media and word of mouth.
Material Collection Drive
Material Collection Drive
Material Collection Drive
Virtual/In-Person Drive Setup: Coordinate drop-off locations
Promotional Activities:
Use social media and local advertising to spread the word.
Workshop Kit Assembly
Material Collection Drive
Workshop Kit Assembly
Workshop :
Sorting and organizing collected materials; Ensure all items are new and unopened
Assemble kits evenly; Ensure all kits are complete
Allow volunteers to customize their own inspirational messages to be included in the kits.
Finalize Kits
Delivery Coordination
Workshop Kit Assembly
Finalize Kits:
Double-check all kits and prepare for delivery.
Delivery Coordination
Delivery Coordination
Delivery Coordination
Delivery Coordination:
Arrange transportation to local nonprofit agencies through United Way
Share Progress
Delivery Coordination
Delivery Coordination
Photo Session: Take pictures of the assembled kits and share on social media.
Share Progress: Post updates using hashtags #UWVolunteer, #LiveUnited, and tag @UnitedWaySEM.
The SUPPLY LIST
SUPPLIES
CONSIDERATION
SUPPLIES
Containers:
Sturdy cardboard boxes, plastic bins, or drawstring bags.
Flash Cards (Minimum of three per kit):
Letters
Sight words
Phonics
Addition
Subtraction
Time/money
SUPPLIES
CONSIDERATION
SUPPLIES
Workbooks:
Reading readiness
Sentence structure
Reading comprehension
Math skills
Books:
Learn-to-read books
Beginner chapter books with community and friendship themes
SUPPLIES
CONSIDERATION
CONSIDERATION
Learning Games:
Uno
Mad Libs
Other Supplies:
Crayons
Mini dry-erase boards with markers
Small plastic bins for item storage
Sketch/drawing pads
Pencils/pencil sharpeners
CONSIDERATION
CONSIDERATION
CONSIDERATION
Inclusivity:
Choose materials representing various races, ethnicities, genders, abilities, statuses, and family makeups.
Language Diversity: Include materials in multiple languages, particularly English, Spanish, and Arabic.