Preventing Weekend Hunger for Fox Chapel Area Children
The Backpack for Hunger program is entirely volunteer-driven. Many people come together to do the extensive work of packing the food bags for the children. In addition, we are dependent on generous donations of food and funds to continue this work. We receive cash, gift cards and food donations, which make it all possible.
Our food items are purchased from many different sources to ensure we are getting the lowest prices possible to keep our costs down. We shop at local grocery stores, discount warehouse stores and online discount stores to stretch our dollars.
On designated days, volunteers deliver the bags to the schools. As Backpack for Hunger is an anonymous program, guidance counselors, nurses, and staff distribute the bags to the students and only the designated school personnel know the recipients.
Peek into a Pack
Take Inventory
Double Bags
Unwrap Goods
Break Down Boxes
Fill Bags
Count and Box Bags
Pull 12 Foods to Pack
Replenish Food
Transport Food
How It
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2 breakfast items
2 lunch items
2 fruits & vegetables
3 add'l protein sources
2 snack items
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