Here at The Orchard we dedicate each October to the focus on reaching people and making an impact on the world around us, we call it Compassion Month.
In 2025 we are partnering alongside Christian Outreach At Syracuse University in the mission of empowering followers of Jesus to go out from Syracuse throughout our country and the world to bring the Good News!
The Christian Outreach at Syracuse University serve the University and represent students, staff and faculty who identify with the Christian faith.
Through the Christian Staff & Faculty Association ministry, nominations for Department Appreciation Gifts are asked for each semester. This allows University employees to bless their campus by acknowledging the hard work and care of their colleagues. The gifts take the form of a themed gift basket that has the right quantities for any particular department that gets nominated. (Different departmens have different numbers of people involved.)
The following is a list of the items that we are working to collect to help the Outreach, just bring them in on Sunday mornings throughout the month of October!
Lindt Lindor Truffles - Various flavors
Ghiradelli Chocolate Squares - Various flavors
Clif Bars - Fall or classic flavors
Fiber One Oats & Chocolate Chewy Bars
Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Bars
Popcorn (personal size bags, pre-popped or microwave)
Hard candies and lozenges
Cases of Gatorade (looking for ~80 bottles)
Cases of Starbucks Frappuccinos
Cozy socks (unisex)
Pocket size tissue packets
Hand sanitizer (1-2 oz personal size)
Burts Bees Lip Balm - Original or scented, no tinted
Slotted Baskets or Trays -- shallow rectangular or oval, plastic or wicker (15-20)
Paper gift bags, brown kraft or solid color, 5 1⁄4 x 3 1⁄4 x 8 1⁄4" (10-20)
Cheerful note cards - blank inside (10-20)
Thank You Note Cards (fun designs, 20+)
Tissue paper
