From Louisville, Ky.: A group of volunteers, known as the Flower Buds, is giving donated flowers a new purpose. They create arrangements for people in various facilities, including nursing homes and shelters. The volunteers are based at Crescent Hill Baptist Church.

The group consists of around 40 volunteers, significantly more than when they first started with about six or eight members. Some volunteers have been with the group for many years, with one member having been involved for 18 years. Further details about the Flower Buds and their activities are available from the source.

The group's efforts are part of a broader context of volunteering, which is said to fill a need.