The Backpack Buddies pilot began in February 2018 and targeted only one grade level in the School District of NFDL. We’ve added grade levels as resources became available – so, we’re now supporting children in grades Kindergarten through 4th (~120 children). The hope is to continue to expand the program each year. Children enrolled in the program are provided with a nutritious bag of food one day a week throughout the school year (on average, 6-8 items). The program is managed by ~10 volunteers and supported with help from the NFDL community and beyond, including the School District. If you’d like more information on the program, email backpackbuddies@nfdlschools.org.