Pack a Little Joy.

COMMUNITY STARTS WITH CONNECTION

A little kindness.
A little joy.
A lasting difference.

Bringing resources to rural communities.

Connecting everyday generosity with everyday needs in Mojave, California City, and nearby East Kern communities.

Help pack a little joy →Explore our drives ↓

Founded and organized by Janell Zinzow

MOJAVE✳CALIFORNIA CITY✳RURAL EAST KERN✳NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS

OUR MISSION

“Bringing resources
to rural communities”

Because where you live should never put care out of reach.

Pack a Little Joy brings people, businesses, and local organizations together to help rural families access practical essentials—from school supplies and winter clothing to pantry staples.

We start by listening to local needs, build connections, and coordinate support with the people who know their communities best.

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Rooted in community

Local needs guide where we begin.

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Made possible together

Every person and contribution has a part.

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Care that continues

Building relationships beyond the holidays.

NOVEMBER 2026

Community Progress

Founded and organized by Janell Zinzow
Bringing Resources to Rural Communities

OUTREACH & COORDINATION

Connecting the district and local employers

Janell Zinzow brought Mojave Unified School District and Scaled Composites together through Pack a Little Joy. She coordinated conversations about the district’s Angel Tree program and ways employees could also support students with school supplies.

CONFIRMED COLLABORATION

30 Angel Tree gift tags

Thank you to Mojave Unified School District and Scaled Composites for confirming an Angel Tree collaboration with 30 gift tags across two Scaled Composites employee trees.

PLANNED COLLECTION

New backpacks and school supplies

Scaled Composites plans to collect new backpacks and school supplies alongside the Angel Tree effort. Final collection and drop-off details are pending. Gifts and school supplies have yet to be reported as collected or distributed.

A LITTLE JOY, IN ACTION

Small gifts.
Meaningful beginnings.

Our first community drives are taking shape.
Help us turn interest into essentials.

Pack a Little Joy school supply and holiday donation drive flyer
COMING SOON · HOLIDAY 2026

A brighter start.
A warmer winter.

Help support students in Mojave and California City with supplies for learning and essentials for the season.

  • New school and art supplies, books, and backpacks
  • New winter clothing with tags attached
  • New shoes and toys in original packaging

Final wish lists, receiving arrangements, and drop-off details are pending confirmation. Visit the school drive hub for current needs.

I’d like to help →Explore the drive hub →Download the flyer ↓
Pack a Little Joy East Kern Thanksgiving food drive flyer
COMING SOON · THANKSGIVING 2026

A fuller pantry.
A little more comfort.

Help connect local pantries with shelf-stable food for families in Mojave, California City, and nearby East Kern communities.

  • Canned vegetables, fruit, and beans
  • Rice, pasta, boxed stuffing, and instant potatoes
  • Unopened food in original packaging, within its best-by date

Receiving pantry, final wish list, and drop-off details are coming soon. Contact us before arranging a delivery.

Support the food drive →Download the flyer ↓
Janell Zinzow, founder of Pack a Little Joy
Janell Zinzow · Founder

MEET THE FOUNDER

One person reaching out.
A community coming together.

Founded and organized by Janell Zinzow.

Working in Mojave, Janell began reaching out to local schools, businesses, and community organizations to connect rural families with the resources they need. Pack a Little Joy grew from that simple intention: bring people together and make it easier to help.

Today, the focus is on building those connections, understanding local needs, and turning generosity into practical support.

THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

Let’s bring a little joy
closer to home.

Have supplies to give, a team ready to collect, or a community connection to share? Let’s talk.

01Give supplies →02Gather your group →03Make a connection →
blushandbalanceassist@gmail.com →

Email Janell to coordinate. Collection locations and final wish lists will be shared here once confirmed.