We're feeding First Coast kids this weekend!

Our impact during the 2022/23 school year

175700
Hunger-free weekends
4500
Kids
45
Program locations
6500
Volunteer Hours

Why Get Involved?

How To Help?

For $150, you can help us feed a child every weekend of the school year.
Organize a Facebook fundraiser to feed the kids in your community.
Volunteer your time or talent to support a local Blessings program.
Follow us on social media and subscribe to our quarterly e-newsletter.

How does Blessings in a Backpack work?

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15th Annual Community Chili Cook-Off Feeds North Florida Kids

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