We're feeding the kids in Chicago this weekend!

Our Impact During the 2022/23 School Year

211195
Hunger-free weekends
5389
Kids
68
Schools
655
Volunteers

Why Get Involved?

How To Help?

For $160 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?

Local Stories

Spavia Day Spa Marks 20 Years with Limited-Edition Facial in Partnership with IMAGE Skincare to Support Children in Need

Spavia Day Spa is celebrating its 20th anniversary by donating a portion of every limited-edition facial to Blessings in a Backpack, helping feed children nationwide.

Video: Dan Summins Shares Blessings in a Backpack Story on WGN Morning News

Blessings in a Backpack Chicago chapter Managing Director Dan Summins appeared on WGN TV Channel’s Morning News with Mike Toomey.

2025 Race to Feed Chicago Sets New Records

The 2025 Race to Feed Chicago broke records and brought the community together to pack 2,400 bags of food, raising over $21,000 to support hunger-free weekends for Chicago kids.

OUR PARTNERS

We would like to give many thanks to our Chicago Chapter Lead Partners listed below, without which this program would not be possible.

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