A highlight of the Spring Community Carnival was the opportunity for families to take free photos with the Easter Bunny. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

ORANGEVALE, CA (MPG) – On March 28, Helping Hands OV brought the community together for a joyful day of connection, service and celebration at its Spring Community Carnival and Easter Baskets for Kids in Need program, held at the Orangevale Grange.

The free, family-friendly carnival welcomed local families for a day filled with games, activities and springtime fun. Community organizations and groups hosted interactive carnival booths, providing engaging experiences for children of all ages while connecting with families throughout the day.

A highlight of the event was the opportunity for families to take free photos with the Easter Bunny, made possible thanks to the generous support of Rose Senior Placement and Cathy Kurtz Photography.

Helping Hands OV volunteers helped run the Spring Community Carnival and Easter Baskets for Kids in Need program, held at the Orangevale Grange. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

Alongside the carnival, Helping Hands OV successfully distributed 253 Easter baskets to local children in need. Through the organization’s adopt-a-child-style program, community donors selected children by age and gender and created thoughtful, customized baskets to ensure each child felt seen, valued and celebrated.

“This event truly represents what our community is capable of when we come together,” said Sydnie Anderson, president of Helping Hands OV. 

Helping Hands OV extends its heartfelt thanks to all participating organizations who provided free family fun, as well as the many community members who donated to support the Easter basket program. The organization also recognizes the incredible team of volunteers whose time, energy and dedication made both the carnival and distribution seamless and successful.

The event also included a food drive benefiting the Orangevale–Fair Oaks Food Bank, helping support local families facing increased need.

Volunteers accessorized with bunny ears, greeting children with smiles and a day of springtime fun. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

Helping Hands OV is a 100 percent volunteer nonprofit dedicated to connecting the community through acts of service, supporting seniors, families, individuals with disabilities and others in need throughout the region.

Community members are encouraged to learn more about upcoming programs and events by visiting helpinghandsov.org. Those interested in getting involved are invited to attend the organization’s monthly meet-up and meeting, held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Details and locations are updated regularly on the website calendar.

For more information, visit helpinghandsov.org.

253 easter baskets were donated to local children in need as part of Helping Hands OV’s Easter Baskets for Kids in Need program. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV