Donate Now: Fuel Kids First Day in Chicago!


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Elementary-age children going back to school in summer 2024

Kids can’t have a successful school year if they are running on an empty tank. By donating to Blessings in a Backpack Chicago Chapter today, you are fueling their first day, so they can go back to school knowing they will have the nourishment they need. 

With a donation of $175, you can help provide essential weekend food for a child for a school year. Consider the impact you can make today! 

The Chicago Chapter is currently operating at the following schools and your donation will support programs in: 

  • Harvey School District
  • Shields Elementary
  • Sherman School
  • George Leland Elementary
  • Beveridge Elementary
  • Earle Stem Elementary
  • Linda and Bill Gantz B&G Club of Chicago
  • James N. Thorp School
  • Arthur Ashe Elementary Fund
  • Pirie Fine Arts and Academic Center
  • Ruggles Elementary School Fund
  • Virginia Lake
  • Enders-Salk Elementary School
  • Diamond Lake – District 76
  • Jungman STEM Magnet School
  • Chicago Jesuit Academy
  • Pedersen-McCormick B&G Club of Chicago Fund
  • Otis P Graves Dual Language Academy
  • Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois
  • Marillac St. Vincent Family Services
  • Holy Family Ministries
  • Aurora Interfaith Fund

Looking to support a community-driven program? Use this link to search for their fundraising page!  

Thank you for your commitment to Blessings in a Backpack. Your generosity helps us work toward a hunger-free future for children in Chicago.