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Buffalo Bills fans, represented by William Burke and Dan Konopski, honored with 2021 Musial Award
Blessings in the News, Featured December 26, 2021

Buffalo Bills fans, represented by William Burke and Dan Konopski, honored with 2021 Musial Award

The Musial Awards celebrate the year’s greatest moments of sportsmanship and those in sports who embody class and character. This year, Buffalo Bills fans received a Musial Award for their
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KFC puts the #ChickenSandwichWars on hold to fight a greater enemy: childhood hunger
Featured, Local Stories, Trending November 23, 2021

KFC puts the #ChickenSandwichWars on hold to fight a greater enemy: childhood hunger

For every chicken sandwich sold on Giving Tuesday, KFC will donate $1 to Blessings in a Backpack, with a minimum donation of $250,000 and a maximum donation of $300,000.
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The 2021 DIY 5K Raised over $90,000 to Feed Chicagoland Kids
Featured, Local Stories November 17, 2021

The 2021 DIY 5K Raised over $90,000 to Feed Chicagoland Kids

Thank you to everyone who participated in the second annual "Do it Yourself" Virtual 5K Run/Walk. This year's event garnered the support of over 80 individuals of all ages nationwide
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Blessings in a Backpack honored at the ACE Awards
Featured November 4, 2021

Blessings in a Backpack honored at the ACE Awards

This year's ACE Awards celebrate those who strove for sustainability, diversity, charitable work, and inclusivity during the past 18 months. Accessories Council members had the opportunity to vote for brands
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Sara Lee® Brand Gift to Chicago Blessings Will Provide 48,000 Meals for Local Kids
Featured, Local Stories October 13, 2021

Sara Lee® Brand Gift to Chicago Blessings Will Provide 48,000 Meals for Local Kids

Sara Lee® Premium Meats is supporting our mission this school year by providing food on the weekends for 275 school-aged children across Chicagoland!
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The CEOs feeding the children of America
Blessings in the News, Featured September 9, 2021

The CEOs feeding the children of America

CEO Today Magazine talks about the amazing work done by the Blessings in a Backpack charity through speaking to its ex and current CEOs—Brooke Wiseman and Erin Kerr.
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Martin’s Lunchbox Heroes charity campaign supports Blessings in a Backpack
Featured August 11, 2021

Martin’s Lunchbox Heroes charity campaign supports Blessings in a Backpack

Martin’s Potato Rolls and Bread is partnering with Blessings in a Backpack to recognize Lunchbox Heroes this back-to-school season. For each nomination received, Martin’s will donate $5 to help Blessings
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Backpacks That Give Back
Featured, Partners, Vera Bradley August 10, 2021

Backpacks That Give Back

Blessings in a Backpack + Vera Bradley = the ultimate give back for the school year! Every purchase of a Vera Bradley backpack is helping to feed hungry kids in
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After viral donation campaign started by Bills Mafia, organization distributes bags of food to WNY kids
Bills Mafia, Blessings in the News, Featured April 16, 2021

After viral donation campaign started by Bills Mafia, organization distributes bags of food to WNY kids

Bills Mafia fans Dan Konopski and William Burke helped distribute Blessings in a Backpack food to kids at Western New York Boys & Girls Clubs Collaborative following January's viral donation
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Fabletics Announces Second Limited-Edition Mom-and-Me Collection Supports Blessings in a Backpack
Blessings in the News, Featured, Partners April 15, 2021

Fabletics Announces Second Limited-Edition Mom-and-Me Collection Supports Blessings in a Backpack

Through May 31, 2021, 100% of net proceeds (up to $50,000) from the children’s clothing will be donated to Blessings in a Backpack, a non-profit organization that provides meal kits
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