Blessings in a Backpack: Feeding Students All Weekend Long

Blessings in a Backpack is our long-running food support program for New Buffalo students who may face hunger outside of school hours. For 14 years, we have provided weekend food bags so children have reliable meals when they are not at school and cannot access free breakfast or lunch.

What began at New Buffalo Elementary has grown significantly. Today, the program serves Elementary, Middle, and High School students, ensuring that no child goes without food on weekends.

In addition to weekend bags, we also supply snacks that teachers, staff, and guidance counselors can offer to any student who comes to school hungry or without food from home.

What We Provide

  • Weekend food bags for students in all New Buffalo schools

  • Healthy snacks available during the school day

  • Support for students who may not have reliable access to meals at home

  • Discreet, stigma-free distribution through school staff

  • Expanded coverage from Elementary through High School

How It Helps

  • Ensures students have food every day of the week

  • Supports academic success by reducing hunger-related barriers

  • Gives teachers and counselors resources to care for students in need

  • Provides consistent, compassionate support for local families

How You Can Support

Blessings in a Backpack is funded by donations and supported by volunteers. Contributions of time or money help us continue feeding students

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