Blessings in a Backpack feeds nearly 10,000 children since Ian
The Blessings in a Backpack SWFL Chapter, along with its community partners, have been working together to find new ways to distribute food, reaching 9,600 local kids in need since
Hurricane Ian Response
Hurricane Ian brought devastation to Southwest Florida. How can you help feed kids while our community rebuilds?
Blessings in a Backpack Testimonial – Jose at Tice Elementary
Meet Jose Garcia. He is a former recipient of the Blessings in a Backpack program and has moved on to find further success in his education efforts.
Going Back to School and Feeding Kids Despite Rising Food Costs
This school year, we aim to provide 3.5 million hunger-free weekends for kids struggling with food insecurity. Learn more about our plans for this year, including how we will feed
Sysco’s Volunteer Challenge Feeds Kids Across Florida
The North Florida Region has taken Sysco’s Volunteer Challenge to heart and made a lasting impact to ensure school-aged children in their communities don’t go hungry over the summer. Sales
Brews for Blessings Raises Over $26,000 To Fight Childhood Hunger
A large selection of brews was offered at the free, family-friendly event in Fort Myers, Florida, which raised money for the Blessings in a Backpack Southwest Florida Chapter.
Suncoast Credit Union donates to Blessings in a Backpack Southwest Florida Chapter
Blessings in a Backpack has received a $20,000 donation from Suncoast Credit Union that will help provide weekend meals for students at Tice Elementary School in Fort Myers, Florida.
KFC puts the #ChickenSandwichWars on hold to fight a greater enemy: childhood hunger
For every chicken sandwich sold on Giving Tuesday, KFC will donate $1 to Blessings in a Backpack, with a minimum donation of $250,000 and a maximum donation of $300,000.
Helping Feed Students of Collier County Public Schools
Blessings in a Backpack works with schools throughout Southwest Florida, including Collier County Public Schools. Watch to learn about the need in Collier County and how Blessings in a