What to Include In The Birthday Bags

Items should be suitable for kids ages 3-12. About ten new items should go into each bag with a minimum total value of 10 dollars. An effort should be made to see that one “lasting” item like a stuffed animal is in each bag. Here are some suggestions, but let your imagination be your guide.

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Ideas

• Crayons & Stickers
• Books & Games
• Whistles & Mini-Frisbees
• Bubbles & Candy
• Party blower & Coloring books or notepads
• Fun Fruit snacks & Animal straws
• Balls & Pens
• Puzzles & Small stuffed animals
• Slinkys & Novelty toys

Contact Karen@cheerfulgivers.org with questions.

Instructions
The instructions given here are only a guideline and depending on the size of your group may, or may not work for you. Use them or develop your own method. Remember that the gift for your volunteers lies in the giving. Make it fun, rewarding, and meaningful. Please let us know what you have done by entering your event into the form on our web site.