Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a Pack Party?
A: Each month, Radiant Hope sends out care packages to cancer patients and caregivers, bringing support and encouragement during difficult times. Volunteers partner with Radiant Hope to host a party to assemble and pack these care packages. It’s a fun way to gather with friends and family that provides hope to those in need!
A pack party can consist of 24 boxes, 12 boxes, or filling water bottles that are sent to hospital partners.
Q: Who do I invite to a Pack Party?
A: Gather anyone you know who would love to support Radiant Hope! You are the host, it’s your party! These are a few examples of groups we’ve had partner with us:
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Friends and families
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Sports teams
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Church groups
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Civic organizations
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Businesses seeking service opportunities
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Any other group that would want to get together and pack boxes!
Q: What are the responsibilities for a Pack Party Host?
A: Pack Party Hosts do the following:
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Connect with Radiant Hope to schedule the party.
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Invite friends and family to participate.
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Send the list of what your guests need to bring.
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Organize gathering/purchasing package materials. A Time to Sign Up will be provided by Radiant Hope to help you and your guests purchase what will go into the boxes or your water bottles.
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Host the party! Have fun! Every party looks a little different, and as a host, you can make yours special in its own way!
Q: Where do the package items come from?
A: Pack Party participants and Radiant Hope collaborate together to provide items for the packages.
Radiant Hope provides:
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Packing Box
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Water Bottle
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50 Days of Hope Devotional
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Verse cards
Pack Party Participants provide:
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Items listed on the time to sign up. Lotion, chapstick, hand sanitizer, loofa, mints and gum, etc
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Shipping costs if you are doing a box packing event.
After you sign up to host a Pack Party, someone from Radiant Hope will reach out and schedule a time for you to pick up the provided items.