About This Program
The School Pantry Program is a collaborative effort between the food bank and local schools to provide students and their families with consistent access to nutritious food. Located directly on school campuses and after school programs, these pantries offer a convenient and stigma-free way for families to receive groceries, including fresh produce, proteins, and shelf-stable items. By meeting families where they are, the program helps reduce barriers such as transportation and time constraints.
The BackPack Program is a vital initiative designed to ensure that children facing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals over the weekend when school meals are not available. Each week, participating children discreetly receive a backpack filled with easy-to-prepare, kid-friendly food items such as canned meals, snacks, and breakfast items. These backpacks are distributed through schools and community partners, helping to bridge the gap between Friday lunch and Monday breakfast.
These programs not only address hunger but also support academic success and emotional well-being. When families have access to healthy food, students are better equipped to focus in class, maintain good health, and thrive both academically and socially. Our School Pantry and BackPack Programs strengthen the connection between schools and communities, creating a supportive environment where children and their families can flourish.
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Partner with TCFB
If your school is interested in participating in these programs, please contact Korbyn Moyer at kmoyer@tcfoodbank.org.
About Our Agency Partners: Treasure Coast Food Bank collaborates with a network of over 300 community organizations across the Treasure Coast to connect neighbors with the resources they need. As an Agency Partner, you’ll receive support and guidance from our team so you can focus on helping our community thrive.
Interested in becoming an agency partner? Start your application here and see what’s required to join our network. Agencies generally complete an onboarding process to get fully set up, receive guidance on the programs they’re eligible to participate in, and access the tools and resources needed to serve our community.
TCFB is an Equal Opportunity Provider
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.