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Feeding Kids in Your Own Backyard
Local Stories April 20, 2022

Feeding Kids in Your Own Backyard

Children shouldn't spend the summer worrying about going hungry; they should be out playing in the sun. This May, get involved and give back to help feed kids who might
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2022 National Volunteer Week
Featured, Local Stories April 1, 2022

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.
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2022 Blessings in a Backpack Classic
Local Stories February 28, 2022

2022 Blessings in a Backpack Classic

Join us on Thursday, May 19, for the 2022 Blessings in a Backpack Classic — an exclusive day of golf, and fun as we raise money to feed the kids
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“I know what it’s like to go hungry” – Mother shares her journey with Blessings in a Backpack
Featured, Local Stories February 25, 2022

“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
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Waukesha School Committee To Discuss Breakfast Surveys
Local Stories February 24, 2022

Waukesha School Committee To Discuss Breakfast Surveys

The Waukesha School District Will Survey Parents From Eight Schools Not Offering Free Breakfast.
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Bank Five-Nine supports Blessings in a Backpack Waukesha County Chapter
Local Stories February 16, 2022

Bank Five-Nine supports Blessings in a Backpack Waukesha County Chapter

Not only was Bank Five-Nine the presenting sponsor of Blessings in a Backpack's annual Bridge the Gap Gala and Bolt 4 Blessings 4K Challenge, but they received the corporate 2021
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Johnson & Sons Paves the Way for Blessings in a Backpack
Local Stories February 16, 2022

Johnson & Sons Paves the Way for Blessings in a Backpack

Johnson & Sons Paving is a commercial and residential asphalt and concrete contractor in Southeast Wisconsin. They’ve built a reputation for dependable and quality service and as a strong supporter
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Bridge the Gap Gala
Local Stories February 16, 2022

Bridge the Gap Gala

When Blessings in a Backpack raised $165,000 at its Bridge the Gap Gala on October 14, 2021, it not only far surpassed its goal, but it also shattered a record
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ORBIS was a proud gold sponsor of Blessings in a Backpack’s Bridge the Gap Gala.
Local Stories February 15, 2022

ORBIS was a proud gold sponsor of Blessings in a Backpack’s Bridge the Gap Gala.

ORBIS has been working with the Blessings in a Backpack Waukesha County Chapter since 2015. One of its retired executive members, Tim Henkel, and his wife Jody were vital components
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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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