You just ate at a restaurant that’s helping feed kids facing food insecurity in Southwest Florida—and you can give directly to support, too.

THE STORY

When the school week ends, so do the reliable meals that come with it. For thousands of students across Lee and Collier counties, Friday afternoon can mean an uncertain weekend ahead.

That’s where Blessings in a Backpack of Southwest Florida comes in. Every Friday, we send kids home with a bag of nutritious, kid-friendly food so Monday finds them ready to learn, play, and be kids.

Sizzle Dining restaurants have stepped up to help, donating $1 for every Sizzle Dining meal sold during this three-week event. Since the partnership began, that’s added up to over $160,000 raised and over 40,000 hunger-free weekends for local kids.

Your restaurant already chipped in $1 on your behalf. Scanning this and make tonight’s meal go even further.

WHY IT MATTERS—IMPACT

• 40,000+ hunger-free weekends provided
• $160,000+ raised through Sizzle Dining alone
• 100% of donations benefit kids in Southwest Florida

FAQ

Where does my donation go? Every dollar donated here goes directly to Blessings in a Backpack Southwest Florida, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides weekend food to food-insecure elementary students in Lee and Collier counties.

Is my donation tax-deductible? Yes. Blessings in a Backpack SWFL is a registered 501(c)(3), and you’ll receive a receipt for your records.

Didn’t the restaurant already donate for my meal? Yes. Participating restaurants donate $1 per Sizzle Dining meal sold. This page is for anyone who wants to give a little extra, directly.