Our Four Food Programs
Food BackPacks
The objective of our Food BackPack Program is to fight childhood hunger in our community by filling the weekend food gap for children in need. We provide child-friendly, nutritious food directly to children in need over the weekends. All food is child-friendly, packaged in four set menus including milks, proteins, fruit, vegetable, cereals and 100% fruit juices. Food is delivered each Thursday by 150+ volunteers so children have food for the weekend. Read more>
Food Pantries
Food Pantries are managed by school staff to ensure children with the greatest need have direct access to food. BPB stocks them with fresh food, canned and dry goods, proteins, fruits, vegetables, pastas and rices), breakfast foods (cereal, oatmeal, etc.) snacks, shelf stable milk, 100% fruit juice and other food items. Read more>
Snack Pantries
Snacks can play an important role in managing kids’ hunger and boosting nutrition. A well-timed snack can even out spikes in hunger and provide a much-needed energy boost between meals. To help remedy the problem we supply thousands of pounds of snacks so that all children are able to focus in the classroom. Read more>
Fresh Food Initiative
Fresh fruits and vegetables improve children’s nutrition, help prevent childhood obesity and may improve school performance. BPB provides schools with fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, to ensure children in need have access to fresh food. We partner with local fresh food vendors including The Produce Box, community gardens, and others to bring seasonal fresh produce to school food pantries. Read more>