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leave school each Friday with protein-packed, shelf-stable food to keep them fueled over the weekend.

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Discover the Impact: FY24 Annual Report

The impact of Blessings in a Backpack has reached new heights! Read our FY24 Annual Report to learn about

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Blessings in the News, Local Stories February 24, 2025

Blessings in a Backpack SWFL raises $160,000 at GET FED UP

The Southwest Florida chapter of Blessings in a Backpack recently raised $160,000 during its signature event, GET FED UP. The event proceeds will benefit Southwest Florida elementary school children in

Blessings in the News, Local Stories January 23, 2025

Alair Homes Supports Weekend Hunger Relief for Neil Armstrong Elementary Students

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, Neil Armstrong Elementary received a unique gift from one of Blessings in a Backpack Southwest Florida’s program investor, homebuilder Alair Homes. The school received two

Local Stories November 21, 2024

Success at Neil Armstrong Elementary in Port Charlotte

At Neil Armstrong Elementary, Program Coordinator Lisa Morzes has become a beacon of hope for hundreds of students and families. With nearly 10 years of service in Charlotte County Public