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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...

Thank You To Our Generous Supporters

Jul 2, 2024 | Uncategorized

Hidden Faces, Empty Tables: Addressing Child Homelessness and Hunger in Western Lane County

Feb 13, 2024 | Uncategorized

Introduction:Western Lane County, known for its picturesque landscapes and charming towns, hides a harsh reality within its communities - the growing issue of child hunger and homelessness. While it may be tempting to believe that these problems are only prevalent in...

Generous Donations

Oct 20, 2023 | Uncategorized

We’re thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Three Rivers Casino$15,000, Florence Elks $3,000, and Windermere $500, for their recent donation to Food Backpack for Kids. We appreciate their generosity and support as we strive to empower young minds and ensure...

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