How to Help:
$10 feeds a child on the weekend when they're away from school. Each bag contains 6 meals & snacks, so that kids can come to school Monday morning ready to learn!
On a typical week we provide 300 weekend bags to local kids. Every $1 makes a difference and stays in our community!
Who We Are:
At Backpack Society, we're providing food to kids when they're away from school meal programs.
We partner with schools in Douglas County, Littleton Public and Englewood School Districts to reach students in need.
Our food pantry is located in Highlands Ranch Colorado. We are 100% community supported and rely on our fabulous volunteers to help us sort, pack and deliver food to kids in need.
Why We Do It:
So kids can focus on important things - Like being a kid!
The most at-risk students for food insecurity are also the ones who are most affected by the achievement gap and poor academic outcomes that can have lifelong effects. By providing weekend food, we hope students will be well fed and can come to school ready to learn!
Programs:
*Student Weekend Bags - 6 easy to prepare meals and snacks for kids to take home
*Family Groceries - Weekly access to our "No Cost" Market or box of groceries filled with fresh produce, dairy, eggs, meats and staples
*In School Pantries and Emergency Crisis Boxes
*Holiday Meal Boxes
Testimonials from our Recipients:
*You guys always go above and beyond. You truly care about the people you serve. Don't ever change that.
*This was our first time and our expectations were exceeded! A lot more food than expected and the food that was given was better than quality than we normally buy.
*This service was a huge blessing for my family! We went through a tough spot and because of your generosity we were able to cut back on money spent on food. The extra money went to more pressing expenses. We appreciate all your hard work!
*Keep doing what you're doing... so happy with it all and happy you are there! This mother thanks you!
*You have been a blessing in a time we needed help. THANK YOU!
*It is a good experience and very helpful I am really glad to get that chance to benefit from it. Appreciate what are you doing. Thank you Backpack Society!
*You guys are a blessing to my household. I can't thank you enough.
At Backpack Society, our mission is to provide children in our community the food they need to grow, learn and thrive.
Located in Highlands Ranch Colorado, Backpack Society was established in 2019 by June Everett. She worked out of her garage until the end of 2020 when she was able to find a larger space.
Backpack Society started by partnering with 1 school and now partners with over 60+ in Douglas County, Littleton & Englewood school districts.
100% community funded. The majority of our donations come from individual donors. We are also supported by businesses through our sponsorships programs, community organizations, in addition to local grants.
Thank you for your support!
Organization name
Backpack Society
2019
Tax id (EIN)
84-3290134
Category
Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, Education, Youth Development
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
213 W County Line RoadDouglas County, CO, US
Arapahoe County, CO, US
Highlands Ranch, CO, US
Littleton, CO, US
Englewood, CO, US