KIC Connects Valentine's Day Edition - Flowers and Sweet Treats for Hope Street

Project Description

KIC Connects returns to Shechem for a special Valentine’s Day service event bringing KIC families together with youth served by Hope Street Ministry. Participants will create floral arrangements and Valentine treat bags to share with Hope Street residents, combining fun, connection, and meaningful service in a welcoming community setting.

Activities

We will start the session with an introductory game of Valentine's Day Bingo. After this, we will do a service project together.

This session’s project will be: Flowers and Sweet Treats for the Hope Street housing community.

Participants will engage in creative acts of kindness by packing a Valentine's Day treat bag (one to take-home and one to donate). They will also create a floral arrangement to spread joy within the Hope Street housing community.

After our service project, the youth volunteers will have social time to connect and have fun with one another. It's a powerful way to cultivate a sense of belonging, dignity, and joy within our community!

Impact

Many KIC volunteers come from the suburban greater Milwaukee area, while Hope Street Ministry is in central Milwaukee’s 53206 zip code. By bridging geographic and social divides, we hope to empower young volunteers to feel connected, capable, and confident. These hands-on service projects also teach esseåntial life skills including communication, problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, and a strong work ethic - equipping youth to become engaged citizens in their community.

Our intention for this Valentine's Day project is to bring people together to have fun and engage in service work in a safe, inclusive environment. We will create floral arrangements and treat bags to share with Hope Street residents and make a set to take home (if wanted).

When & Where

Thursday, February 12th at 4:00-5:00pm

Shechem at Hope Street

2522 W. Capitol Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53206

Registration Information

Participant Cap: 30

Age: Perfect for kids of all ages and their families! 

Cost: This group is free to attend, but you’re welcome to make a donation to support this and future KIC service projects. 

Materials: Wear comfortable clothing and bring a positive attitude ready for fun!

Questions: Email lynn@kicmke.org with any specific questions.

Cancellations: We count on our registered volunteers to make these projects come to life. However, we understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate, please email lynn@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.

Our Partner

Hope Street is the Greenhouse for People on 26th and Capitol. For more info: https://www.hopestreetministry.org/shechem