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

Food for Thought Webinar

The Blessings in a Backpack Chicago Chapter presents Food for Thought, a video seminar featuring insights from Amy Overmyer, LCPC, and Patti Van Winkle, Principal of Virginia Lake School, on childhood hunger and the impact of Blessings’ programs.

DIY 5K Raises $80,000 to Feed Kids in Chicago

Our 2024 DIY 5K brought together 822 participants and raised over $80,000, providing weekend food for 500 more children throughout the school year—thanks to the incredible support of our community!

Partner Spotlight: Molex

Molex continues to be a vital partner with Blessings in a Backpack, helping provide weekend nutrition to children across Chicago while empowering their employees to make a lasting impact in the community.

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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