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HOW TO APPLY FOR A HOLIDAY HAMPER

Since 1977, the Airdrie 1st Club (formerly Lioness Club) has helped many families in need enjoy the Holiday Season.

Should you find yourself needing our assistance, please do not hesitate to apply. Our applications open mid October for the 2023 year.


How To Apply

Our 2022 Holiday Hamper Program Recipient Applications are now closed.  


The following documentation may be required during the screening process

• Government issued ID for all family members (adults and children)
• Previous 2 months bank statements
• Previous month utility bill
• Previous 60 days Income Verification
• Previous rent/mortgage receipts (if not listed on bank statements).
• Loan Documentation (if not listed on bank statements).

The Airdrie 1st Club reserves the right to refuse a referral/request.  Should you not be approved, we suggest you contact the Airdrie Food Bank for assistance with a food hamper.

Abuse of our Program and its principles of generosity will not be tolerated.

Recipient Application Forms for our 2023 Holiday Hamper Program will open mid October! 



FAQ

How do I apply for a Holiday Hamper?

Applications can be made by emailing the Self Referral Form;to us at info@airdrie1st.com or call (403) 660-1569
One of our club volunteers will be in touch with you within 7 days of your application being submitted, after this it will depend on how long it takes for you and the volunteer to be able to connect to finish the screening process


Who is eligible to receive a Holiday Hamper?

All applicants will be screened by the Hamper Program Screeners. Eligibility is based on income, and you must be a resident of Airdrie, Alberta. Residents of Calgary or surrounding areas are not eligible.

Important Information:

All applicants will be subject to screening to determine need. Screening will be done over the phone and you may be required to provide any or all of the following:



• Government issued ID for all family members (adults and children)
• Previous 2 months bank statements
• Previous month utility bill
• Previous 60 days Income Verification
• Previous rent/mortgage receipts (if not listed on bank statements).
• Loan Documentation (if not listed on bank statements).

The Airdrie 1st Club reserves the right to refuse a referral/request. Should you not be approved, we suggest you contact the Airdrie Food Bank for assistance with a food hamper.


How do I receive the Holiday Hamper?

You will need to do your application and complete your screening process with a Airdrie 1st member. Once this process is complete and you have been approved, we will assign your application a number. An Airdrie 1st Member will call you once we have completed our paperwork. You will receive your package number and delivery day/time.


If I complete the paperwork when will I get the HOliday Hamper?

If your application is accepted, you will be given a location and time to pick up your Holiday Hamper on Sunday, December 17th, 2022. One of our volunteers will call you with this information on or before Thursday December 15th, 2022


What is in a Holiday Hamper?

A Holiday Hamper is: grocery gift cards for your holiday meal, gifts (or gift cards), a holiday treat, a family game (if available), and wrapping supplies.


Can I include visitors in my family size for the Holiday Hamper?

No. This Program is intended to serve the residents of a particular household, as qualified through screening.

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403.660.1569
info@airdrie1st.com

P.O. Box 80102
Downtown RPO
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2V8
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