Our Programs
We take a comprehensive approach to addressing food insecurity among children of all ages in Charlotte County—meeting students where they are and providing support tailored to their needs.”
Elementary Backpack Program
Weekly food distribution for elementary school children
Program Details:
- Serves all 10 elementary schools in Charlotte County
- Each back contains 11-13 food items
- Distributed discreetly through school partnerships
- Nutritionist-approved food selections
- Child-friendly, easy-to-prepare items
$8 per week provides food one child
Support This Program
Your contribution provides vital support to our elementary program, enabling us to serve more children in need across the community
School Pantry Program
On-site pantries stocked with food and hygiene products for middle and high schools
Program Details:
- Pantries located in participating middle and high schools
- Stocked with non-perishable food items and hygiene products
- Accessible to students during school hours
- Maintained by school staff and volunteers
- Confidential access to maintain student dignity
Support This Program
Your contribution provides vital support to our middle and high school students, enabling us to serve more children in need across the community
Community Outreach Events
Special events and distributions for families in need
Program Details:
- Designer Bag Bingo fundraising events
- Holiday food distributions
- Back-to-school supply drives
- Community awareness initiatives
- Volunteer recruitment and training
Event sponsorships available
Support This Program
Your contribution provides vital support to the student of Charlotte County, enabling us to serve more children in need across the community.”
Ways to Support Our Programs
Whether through ongoing sponsorship or one-time donations, every contribution makes a meaningful difference.
Sponsor a Child
A gift of $8 per week sponsors a child, delivering consistent nutritional support to help
Sponsor a School
Become a school partner and support all children in need at a specific school by funding its full weekend meal program
Consistent Giving Creates Lasting Impact
While one-time and in-kind donations are deeply appreciated and make an immediate difference, it’s ongoing support that sustains our mission. A recurring gift allows us to focus on what matters most—getting food bags into the hands of children every single week.
With consistent support, we can plan more effectively, respond to growing needs, and serve more children in Charlotte County with reliability and care.
Become a monthly donor today and help us ensure no child goes hungry when school is out.
- 100% of your donation goes directly to helping children in Charlotte County
- Tax-deductible gift with receipt provided
- No administrative costs - completely volunteer run
Our Weekly Process
Monday: Planning
Volunteers coordinate with schools to determine needs and plan the week's distribution.
Tuesday: Preparation Begins
Volunteers meet to prepare and fill Bags with nutritious food items.
Wednesday: Preparation
Volunteers meet and continues to prepare and fill Bags with nutritious food items .
Thurday: Delivery
Our volunteers deliver bags to schools
Friday: Distribution
Schools distribute discreetly to children
