Because hunger doesn’t take the weekend off
Why we Do it
Every day, children in our communities are going hungry. While schools in our district have some breakfast, lunch and snack programs that are actively addressing this crisis, the weekend remains a difficult time for many families.
We provide a backpack of food on Thursday afternoon that is full of meals and snacks for the weekend, ensuring every child returns to school on Monday morning fed and ready to learn.
How it Works
Children at risk of weekend hunger receive a bag of food that is child-friendly, nutritious, non-perishable and easy to eat.
Partnering with local schools, our 100% volunteer-based team distributes backpacks every Thursday so that children have meals for the weekend. Each backpack provides enough food that the children and family can easily assemble into six healthy meals. This helps ensure that children will have food over the weekend and return to school on Monday ready to learn.
in the Media
Click the button below to head over to 88.5 The Beach’s website to listen to an interview all about The District 69 Backpack Program.
Donate
To support our program, please choose a donation option below.
By Mail
Please address an envelope Attention: Virginia Worcester and make a cheque out to School District 69. Be sure to include a return address so you can be mailed a tax receipt.
E-Transfer
Please send an e-transfer in an amount of your choice to bhb2@shawcable.com. Be sure to include your full mailing address for a tax receipt in your e-transfer details.
In-Person
Drop off a cheque in-person at 105 - 222 West Second Avenue in Qualicum Beach. Please call ahead to schedule an in-person drop-off at 250.752.1828.
