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Backpack Buddies

The Backpack Buddies pilot began in February 2018 and targeted the K only classrooms in the School District of NFDL. Each school year since, we’ve added a grade level – so, we’re now supporting children in grades K, 1^st, and 2^nd (up to 100 children). As resources are available, the hope is to continue to expand the program each year. Children enrolled in the program are provided with a nutritious bag of food for the weekends throughout the school year (on average, 6-8 items). The program managed by ~ 10 volunteers and supported with help from the NFDL community and beyond. If you’d like more information on the program, email backpackbuddies@nfdlschools.org.