2022 National Volunteer Week
During National Volunteer Week, Blessings in a Backpack is celebrating its volunteers! We want to express our appreciation for the impact they make on children’s lives.
“I know what it’s like to go hungry” – Mother shares her journey with Blessings in a Backpack
Rachel Hartling has experienced a lot. As a single mom with a school-aged son who has special needs, she knows the feeling of worry. Rachel shares how Blessings in a
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
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.
Nature’s Path donates 1,500 food bags for in-need families
Nature's Path Foods on Tuesday readied a donation of 1,500 bags of healthy, organic food to families in need in the Waukesha and Milwaukee areas.
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
Roberto Clemente Foundation Feeds 100 Kids in Pittsburgh
Major League Baseball holds Roberto Clemente Day every year, an event designed to recognize "The Great One" and humanitarian efforts happening around the sport. This year, Blessings in a Backpack
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.
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