Student-Designed Cards

Student Holiday Cards for the Homebound

Citymeals-on-Wheels means more than just food to our elderly. For many meal recipients, the meal deliverer is the only other person they see all day. Their meal deliverer often becomes their link to the outside world, and each delivery reminds them that they are not forgotten. Citymeals sends special treats and messages along with our meals and food packages whenever possible. Every year, Citymeals works with the New York City Department of Education to bring each of our meal recipients a one-of-a-kind holiday card. Holiday cards hand-decorated by school children are another way we show that someone cares.  ”The beautiful cards from the children adorn my walls. This food nourished my body, but the thoughts and love that come my way touched my soul. Citymeals-on-Wheels is more than just food, it is love and hope and caring. Thank you, bless you all.” – Anna, from Queens

Birthday Cards for the Homebound

Citymeals continuously looks for unique ways to brighten the lives of our meal recipients. Every year, New York City students create birthday cards for their homebound, elderly neighbors. Those we serve are often alone, without family or friends. These cards remind them someone cares and recognizes their special day. “Thank you for your wonderful card. It made me happy. Your drawing came to me with a box of food. It is now on my refrigerator door.”

– Iris, from Manhattan

2007 Holiday Cards for the Homebound Quick Facts

  • 45,912 handmade holiday cards created by children from 250 schools throughout the city
  • 34,250 cards delivered for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Years
  • 7176 cards delivered for birthdays
  • 2205 cards delivered for Valentine’s Day
  • 788 cards delivered in celebration of Spring
  • 745 cards delivered for Mother’s Day
  • 207 cards delivered for Easter
  • 175 cards delivered for Father’s Day
  • 108 cards delivered for Halloween
  • 100 cards delivered for St. Patrick’s Day
  • 50 cards delivered for Purim

To receive a card project packet contact Citymeals at volunteer@citymeals.org or 212-687-1234.