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Back to School, Back to Nourishment: The Return of the Backpack Program
As the new school year begins and children across Florence and Mapleton return to their classrooms with new pencils, notebooks, and backpacks, Food Backpack for Kids (FBFK) is also returning—with backpacks of a different kind. These backpacks are filled not with…
How Food Backpack for Kids Is Transforming Lives in Florence and Mapleton This School Year
The Urgency of Child Hunger in Oregon In Oregon, nearly one in three children faces food insecurity—a sobering reality that impacts families right here in Florence and Mapleton. For these children, the end of the school week can mean the beginning of a long stretch…
The Story That Started It All: From One Child’s Need to a Community’s Mission
Every movement begins with a moment—a spark that ignites action and inspires change. For Food Backpack for Kids (FBFK), that moment happened right here in Florence, Oregon in 2012, and it began with one child’s experience that no one in our community could ignore. A…
Summer Isn’t a Break for FBFK: How We Prepare, Plan, and Restock for the Year Ahead
As the school year draws to a close and the final bell rings, we want to take a moment to congratulate all the graduates of 2025 in Florence, Mapleton, and across Coastal Lane County. Your hard work, perseverance, and achievements deserve to be celebrated, and we wish…
Hunger Awareness Month: How FBFK is Fighting Child Hunger in Our Community
May is Hunger Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the critical issue of food insecurity that affects millions of Americans, including children in our own community. At Food Backpack for Kids (FBFK), we are on a mission to ensure that no child in Coastal Lane…
The Power of Community: Fighting Child Hunger During Global Child Nutrition Month
Every April, Global Child Nutrition Month serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against child hunger—a crisis that affects millions of children worldwide. While the issue is undeniably global, the solutions often begin at the local level, driven by the…
Celebrating National Awareness Days and Supporting the Mission of Food Backpack for Kids
March is a month of renewal and reflection, as we welcome the early signs of spring and take time to recognize the importance of nourishing our communities. For Food Backpack for Kids (FBFK), March is an especially meaningful month as it aligns with two national…
Spotlight on recent donors
We are profoundly grateful to the Knights of Columbus and the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund for their generous donations which empower us to continue providing nourishing food to children in need. Your support plays a vital role in transforming lives and…
National Snack Food Month: A Call to Action for Childhood Hunger
National Snack Food Month February is National Snack Food Month, a time when many of us celebrate the joy and convenience of snacks. However, for millions of children in the U.S., access to even a simple snack is a daily struggle. At Food Backpack for Kids, we see…
Combating Child Hunger: National Poverty in America Awareness Month and Our Mission
As we step into January, we recognize National Poverty in America Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on the pervasive issue of poverty and its impact on communities across the nation. One of the most pressing concerns linked to poverty is child…
The Ripple Effect of Supporting Local Non-Profits: Community and Personal Gains
Supporting local non-profits, especially those dedicated to feeding the hungry and assisting children, has profound implications for both the community and the individuals who contribute. Let’s explore the benefits in detail, breaking it down into community impacts…
A Month to Remember, A Mission to Uphold: Hunger Awareness and Food Backpack for Kids
Introduction: November is a month of gratitude, reflection, and awareness. It’s a time to acknowledge the blessings we have, while also shining a light on the critical issues that affect our communities. One of these pressing concerns is childhood hunger, which is why…