Your donation to Backpack Buddies directly supports children in our community who face food insecurity when school meals are unavailable. Every dollar helps provide nutritious, kid-friendly food that sustains students through the weekend and prepares them to succeed in the classroom.
With the support of individuals, businesses, churches, and community partners, Backpack Buddies ensures children receive consistent care beyond the school week. Whether you give once or become a long-term sponsor, your generosity makes a measurable difference in a child’s life.
Every contribution matters, and each donation level directly supports a child’s nutritional needs. With an average cost of $7 per weekend, your gift helps ensure students don’t face hunger alone.
Donations may also be directed toward sponsoring a specific school, helping Backpack Buddies fill funding gaps and expand service to more students. Your investment creates stability, nourishment, and peace of mind for children and families.
Food donations help stretch funding and keep backpacks full each week. To ensure safety and ease of use for children, all donated items must meet specific guidelines.
We gladly accept:
For safety reasons, we cannot accept cans requiring manual openers or items with sharp lids. These guidelines ensure every child can safely access their food independently and with confidence.
Backpack Buddies welcomes partnerships with corporations, small businesses, churches, and community organizations. Organizational involvement is one of the most impactful ways to support our mission and sponsor children long-term.
Ways organizations can help include:
These partnerships allow Backpack Buddies to expand service, maintain consistency, and ensure no child is left behind due to funding gaps.
