Seniors Receive Easter Surprise Gifts

Memories Car Club and First National Bank partner to deliver holiday cheer to local nursing homes

Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:20pm

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Residents of Memorial Manor and Bainbridge Health and Rehab in Bainbridge, Georgia received an Easter surprise this week thanks to a partnership between Memories Car Club and First National Bank. The organizations delivered dozens of gift bags filled with Easter-themed items like stress balls, Peeps, and handwritten cards to the senior citizens.

Why it matters

The Easter gift delivery helps bring holiday cheer and a sense of community to nursing home residents who may not always be able to celebrate the holiday with their own families. The act of kindness from the local organizations is an important reminder to honor and support the elderly population.

The details

On Wednesday, Memories Car Club president Denise Webb and five volunteers from First National Bank visited the two senior living facilities to distribute the Easter gift bags. Each bag contained bunny and chick-themed stress balls, marshmallow Peeps, and holiday cards with handwritten messages from First National Bank employees.

  • The gift delivery took place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Memories Car Club

A local car enthusiast club that has previously organized holiday gift drives for nursing home residents.

First National Bank

A community bank that partnered with Memories Car Club to help deliver the Easter gifts to seniors.

Denise Webb

The president of Memories Car Club who coordinated the Easter gift delivery.

Lee Griffin

A First National Bank employee who volunteered to help distribute the gifts.

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What they’re saying

“This is so important for our elders. It means so much to show them a smile.”

— Denise Webb, President, Memories Car Club

“I was thankful for the opportunity to partner with Memories Car Club.”

— Lee Griffin, Bank Employee and Volunteer

The takeaway

The Easter gift delivery by Memories Car Club and First National Bank demonstrates the power of community partnerships to bring joy and support to vulnerable populations, especially seniors living in nursing homes who may not have close family nearby to celebrate the holiday.