Our Impact
Small backpacks. Big difference.
When we started Kids Pantry, the goal was clear: make sure children in our community don’t go hungry on the weekend. Since then, the response has been incredible - and the impact continues to grow.
A Simple Idea That’s Changing Lives
When a child knows they’ll have enough to eat over the weekend, everything changes. Hunger is replaced by comfort. Worry is replaced by routine. Instead of spending Saturday and Sunday feeling tired, anxious, or isolated, a child with consistent access to food can simply be a kid - resting, playing, and growing like they should. This sense of stability helps build self-worth, trust in the world around them, and emotional resilience that carries into the classroom and beyond.
The difference shows up on Monday morning. Well-fed children arrive at school more focused, more alert, and more engaged. Their ability to participate, learn, and interact with others improves because their most basic need - nutrition - has been met. It’s not just about filling stomachs. It’s about giving children the foundation they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
With the help of generous donors and dedicated volunteers, we’re providing consistent weekend nutrition to children who need it most.
A Backpack That Provides Relief
Every weekend, each Child that receives a Kids Pantry Backpack gets;
- 10 Meals (Friday dinner thru to Monday breakfast plus 2 snacks)
- Approximately 11 lbs of food
- Approximately 4 lbs of fresh fruit and vegetables
The Difference You Make
Your support helps children:
- Show up to school fed and ready to learn
- Feel valued, supported, and cared for
- Build a stronger foundation for long-term health and development