In a heartwarming collaboration, Supervisor Ed Wehrheim has joined forces with Girl Scout Service Unit 26 from Hauppauge to launch a special community service initiative celebrating the Girl Scouts' 112th Birthday on March 12th. The joint effort aims to bring joy to needy families by creating "Birthday Bags" filled with essentials for a memorable celebration.
The Girl Scouts of Service Unit 26 will spearhead the collection and assembly of these unique "Birthday Bags," the generous donations will be handed over to the Smithtown Food Pantry. Families facing financial challenges can collect a "Birthday Bag" from the pantry, ensuring that no child misses out on the joy of a birthday celebration.
Supervisor Edward R. Wehrheim expressed his enthusiasm for this community service initiative, highlighting its alignment with the core values of the Girl Scouts. "This is a wonderful celebration of community service, which represents the fundamental values of the Girl Scouts… one I was happy to be a part of with Unit 26. In addition to teaching our younger generations the importance of community service, charity, and kindness to one's neighbors, these wonderful young ladies have chosen an excellent theme. The Birthday Bag drive will ensure no child in need ever goes without celebrating their special day or stops believing in the power of a birthday wish."
The "Birthday Bags" will include various items to make a child's birthday celebration extra special, and the community is invited to contribute to this meaningful cause. The items sought for the collection include cake mix, frosting, tablecloth, candles, balloons, cutlery, cups, plates, banners, party hats, disposable trays/pans, and juice.
Residents eager to support the Girl Scouts in this month-long collection drive can drop off any of the listed birthday items at Smithtown Town Hall during regular business hours. The collection is underway and will run through Friday, March 15th, 2024.
Smithtown Town Hall is conveniently located at 99 W. Main Street in Smithtown. This initiative brings joy to families in need and reflects the strength of community bonds and the spirit of generosity within Smithtown.