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St. Louis, MO – The Optimist Club of St. Louis is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2023 annual holiday basket program. On December 9, 2023, volunteers from multiple organizations will gather to assemble 400 holiday boxes filled with essential items to help families in need enjoy a delicious holiday meal.

“It is essential to acknowledge the indispensable contributions of our Club Members and community volunteers towards making this event a success. We are proud to have served the St. Louis community for over 107 years and to be a part of this community initiative.” Adam Bagwell – Optimist Club of St. Louis President.

Each box will contain canned corn, canned yams, canned green beans, gravy, fruits such as apples and oranges, stuffing, broth, and a Schnucks Gift Card. The baskets will be available for pickup at two locations and times.

From 10am to 12pm, families can drive up or walk in to the Youth & Family Center at 818 Cass Avenue.

Click to download Youth & Family Center event flyer information here

From 12pm to 2pm, the Wesley House at 4507 Lee Avenue will offer a drive-up option for pickup.

Click to download Youth & Family Center event flyer information here

One box per family while supplies last. To ensure there are enough boxes we ask you pick one location to pickup from.

We would like to extend a special thanks to Boys Hope Girls Hope – St. Louis, Optimist Club Member, Committee Leader Harvey Allen, Super Shopper Karl Tyminski, and all the Volunteers who have contributed their time and efforts to make this project possible. Their contributions have been instrumental in making this event a success.

This event is supported by the Youth Work Fund Foundation.