Feeding Kids at Chicago Housing Authority Homes
The Chicago Chapter of Blessings in a Backpack launched a new program to provide weekend meals for children at Dearborn Homes and Cabrini Green Homes, ensuring that there are no
Mission Ambassador Hosts Packing Event, Preparing Over 200 Bags of Food for Local Students
Mission Ambassador Nadia led Munster High School’s varsity cheer and football teams in a day of service, packing over 200 bags of food for local students in need.
South Lyon, Michigan’s Favorite Charity
South Lyon’s Blessings in a Backpack program has been feeding students since 2017. With events like golf outings, silent auctions, and local partnerships, the program feeds 265 kids each week.
Blessings in a Backpack Supports Local Food-Insecure Communities Leading up to NASCAR Race Weekend
Blessings in a Backpack partners with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and The Dale Jr. Foundation, Meijer, and Hellmann's to provide food for children in need.
Church in Georgetown plays a key role in Blessings in a Backpack program
A Georgetown church plays a crucial role in ensuring local children don’t go hungry by actively supporting the local Blessings in a Backpack program.
Childhood hunger is no obstacle for Spartan
Joseph Stark is supporting Blessings in a Backpack during his Spartan Race! He’s raising funds to help us provide weekend food to kids in need.
Watch for Us! Blessings in a Backpack is Now on Chicago TV!
Starting August 19 through September 1, tune in to WGN to see the Chicago Chapter featured in our TV commercial, airing between 6–10 a.m. Don’t miss the chance to see
An Interview with Blessings’ First PC
Kevin Knochenmus, the first program coordinator of Blessings in a Backpack, has witnessed the impact of Blessings since 2005.
Celebrating Leadership: Joseph A. DePippo Honored with the 2023-24 Educate for Service Award
We are honored to celebrate our National Board Chair, Joseph A. DePippo, for receiving the 2023-24 Educate for Service – Service Through Professional Achievement Award at Elizabethtown College's annual High