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Summer Hunger Solutions: What Do They Eat When School Is Out?
For thousands of kids, summer is often the hungriest time of the year. Fortunately, there are resources for families who need extra help over the summer. Find out more, with links, here.

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Jun 25


Introducing Our New Adopt-A-School Program
The Adopt-a-School program is the latest way to support our mission to END weekend hunger. Learn more in today's post.

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May 28


Act to Save SNAP Before It’s Too Late
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is under threat of drastic budget cuts. Act NOW to protect kids who receive this critical benefit!

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May 21


Motherhood Is Hard. For Some Mothers, It's Harder.
Motherhood involves plenty of struggle and sacrifice, but social, racial, and economic circumstances can make those struggles that much harder. Backpack Brigade serves children, but we know that mothers benefit from our services, too. This Mother's Day week, we're thinking about the mothers who work hardest to care for their kids.

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May 14


Invisible Children: Working Around the Stigma of Homelessness
Protecting children from the stigma of homelessness is important, but how do we tell their stories so they don't become invisible?

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May 7


Uncertain Economies Hit Kids Hardest
Big economic policy changes are coming, and the potential impact on Washington's most vulnerable kids is huge.

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Apr 9


Whole Child Wellness: A Better Approach to Children’s Health
Learn more about Whole Child Wellness and join us for an educational luncheon on February 28th featuring Dr. Benjamin Danielson.

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Feb 19


Racial Disparities in Food Security
Black kids experience a disproportionately higher level of food insecurity. Here's what we're doing about it.

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Feb 5


Failure to Thrive: The Long-term Impacts of Food Insecurity
Even a single episode of food insecurity can have permanent impacts on the long-term outcomes for kids. Read on to learn more.

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Oct 16, 2024


It's Hard to Learn When All You Can Think About Is How Hungry You Are
Imagine two and half days with nothing to eat. How would YOU feel?

Backpack Brigade
Sep 11, 2024
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