Atlantic Beach Youth Council’s Blessings in a Backpack wins state honor
“This project made me realize that you never know someone’s struggles but showed how much of an impact we can make as a group when we put our minds to
Blessings in a Backpack: How You Can Help Feed Our Kids
Blessings in a Backpack went from feeding 3,800 First Coast kids every weekend to 9,000 kids during the height of the pandemic. Read more to learn how you can get
“On A Mission” with Sean Stenson from Blessings in a Backpack
On April 19, host Wendy Norfleet talks to Sean Stenson to learn how Blessings First Coast is making a positive impact on the community.
Happy Birthday, Matt Wallace!
In March 2020 when schools shut down because of the pandemic, PGA TOUR Golfer Matt Wallace donated more than $18,000 to feed First Coast kids. Now, First Coast kids and
Vice President Harris Highlights the Work of Blessings in a Backpack
In a recent USA Today article, Vice President Kamala Harris highlights Blessings First Coast partner Duval County School District and our work at Blessings in a Backpack.
Historic Mt. Zion AME Church Feeds First Coast Kids Over Spring Break
Mount Zion AME Church fundraised to provide 50 Blessings students with extra weekend food packs so they would not go hungry over Spring Break.
2021 National Volunteer Week
We are asking our supporters to send a friendly note to show your appreciation to all of our wonderful volunteers. Click 'Read More' to share some love for our volunteers.
A new Blessings First Coast Pilot Program Designed to Enhance, Introduce, and Reduce
The "Fresh Companion" pilot program, launched by Nease Senior High School students in January, will plant, grow, and bring to fruition to First Coast kids!
Kingmade Jerky Provides Extra Protein For First Coast Kids
Kingmade Jerky — the official jerky and meat snack partner of the PGA TOUR — is thrilled to partner with Blessings in a Backpack to help provide food on the