by fhlewis | Oct 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
A special thank you to the Safeway Foundation for their $5000 donation to Food Backpack for Kids. Together No Child Will Go...
by fhlewis | Oct 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Ripple Effect of Food Insecurity on Rural Communities When we think about food insecurity, we often think about individuals or families struggling to get by. But the truth is, food insecurity has a ripple effect that reaches far beyond just one person or family....
by fhlewis | Sep 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Impact of Malnutrition on Academic Performance Malnutrition has a profound impact on a child’s ability to learn and succeed in school. When children are hungry or malnourished, they are more likely to experience: Fatigue, lethargy, and decreased motivation,...
by fhlewis | Aug 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
School’s Back! Food Backpack for Kids Gearing Up to Feed Hungry Students The start of a new school year fills the air with excitement and anticipation. But for many local children, the transition from summer to fall brings an unfortunate reality –...
by fhlewis | Jul 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
Thank you Ladies of the Elks and Ada Grange for your valuable continued support of Food Backpack for...
by fhlewis | Jul 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Introduction: School days are filled with laughter, learning, and friendship. Yet hidden amongst the sea of bright faces, there are children silently battling food insecurity. Hunger and malnutrition not only affect their physical growth but also their emotional and...
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