Mission Ambassador Hosts Packing Event, Preparing Over 200 Bags of Food for Local Students
Mission Ambassador Nadia led Munster High School’s varsity cheer and football teams in a day of service, packing over 200 bags of food for local students in need.
Red Robin Is Feeding Kids On the Weekends
Red Robin is partnering with Blessings in a Backpack to help improve the lives of hungry kids. Guests have the opportunity to donate to Blessings in a Backpack right from
Golf and Tennis Classic Raises Over $130,000 for Chicago Kids
The 2024 Blessings Golf and Tennis Classic in Chicago raised over $130,000, allowing us to feed 800 children every Friday of the school year.
Volunteer Spotlight: Angie and Kelly
Angie Rallidis and Kelly Stebner, dedicated volunteers, tirelessly support our Hoffman Estates High School Program by packing essential weekend food for students in need.
Watch for Us! Blessings in a Backpack is Now on Chicago TV!
Starting August 19 through September 1, tune in to WGN to see the Chicago Chapter featured in our TV commercial, airing between 6–10 a.m. Don’t miss the chance to see
Celebrating Our Volunteers with a Sunset Cruise
Thank you to Cruise Chicago for donating a Chicago's First Lady sunset cruise to thank our volunteers and partners.
Staff Spotlight: Managing Director Dan Summins!
Come along for a day in the life with Dan, Chicago Chapter managing director!
Volunteer Spotlight: Stefanie Giannini
Stefanie Giannini runs our programs at Black Hawk Elementary and G. Stanley Hall Elementary, feeding 360 kids every weekend, and fostering leadership and volunteerism among students through Blessings in a
Class of 2024 Senior Spotlight: Jack Neiman
Jack Neiman, a graduating senior from St. Ignatius High School, raised over $25,000 and led monthly packing events for Blessings in a Backpack, supporting children in the Cabrini Row homes.