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Welcome to Backpack Brigade's New Board Members
Welcome to the three newest members of Backpack Brigade's Board of Directors! Get to know them here.
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5 days ago


Uncertain Economies Hit Kids Hardest
Big economic policy changes are coming, and the potential impact on Washington's most vulnerable kids is huge.
Backpack Brigade
Apr 9


Washington Can't Afford Cuts to Anti-Hunger Programs
Budget shortfalls and cost cutting are at the top of the headlines these days, but Washington can't afford cuts to anti-hunger programs.
Backpack Brigade
Apr 2

Respecting Islamic Cultural Traditions: A Look Inside our Halal Menu
With Eid al-Fitr coming up this weekend, we offer a peek into Backpack Brigade's Halal menu.
Backpack Brigade
Mar 26


Women and Philanthropy: New Power, Shifting Priorities
Women control more wealth than ever before. Today we chat with three female donors to discover their giving philosophies.
Backpack Brigade
Mar 19


Women Leading the Fight to End Hunger
Here in Seattle, women are leading the fight to end hunger in our community. Today, we talk to two of the most influential.
Backpack Brigade
Mar 12


Gender Inequality: Impacts and Outcomes on Food Security for Women and Families
We kick off Women's History Month with an examination of gender inequality and its effect on food insecurity.
Backpack Brigade
Mar 5


Advocating for a Hunger-Free Washington: 5 Ways You Can Help
Backpack Brigade and the Anti-Hunger & Nutrition Coalition went to Olympia for Hunger Action Day 2025, plus 5 ways you can help fight hunger
Backpack Brigade
Feb 26


Choosing Love
What does it mean to choose love in troubled times? For us, it's all about coming together as a community.
Backpack Brigade
Feb 12


Racial Disparities in Food Security
Black kids experience a disproportionately higher level of food insecurity. Here's what we're doing about it.
Backpack Brigade
Feb 5

Happy Lunar New Year! How Backpack Brigade Honors Asian-American Cultures
Happy Lunar New Year 2025! Take a peek at our Asian-American menu and discover how Backpack Brigade works to honor kids' cultures.
Backpack Brigade
Jan 29

A Season Of Change
With the inauguration of Donald Trump, things are about to change in America and in the non-profit sector. Read more.
Backpack Brigade
Jan 22

This is How We Do It: Growing to Meet Our Goals in 2025
We've got a big growth goal this year, and with the help of our community, we are going to achieve it!
Backpack Brigade
Jan 15

Happy New Year! Goals and Plans for 2025
Happy New Year! We have big plans for this year, and we invite you to join us in our fight to END weekend hunger for kids in King County.
Backpack Brigade
Jan 1

Dear Santa: All We Want for Christmas Is...
Dear Santa, We have a few wishes for in-kind donations this year.
Backpack Brigade
Dec 4, 2024

Happy Thanksgiving! What We're Grateful For This Year
We are so grateful for everyone who has made 2024 so successful!
Backpack Brigade
Nov 27, 2024

Complicated Cuisine: Feeding Kids With Gluten Intolerance
Our weekend hunger bags are created to serve special dietary, ethical, and religious needs. This week, we peek inside our gluten-free bags!
Backpack Brigade
Nov 20, 2024

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.
Backpack Brigade
Oct 16, 2024

Be-te’avon! (Bon Appetite!): Feeding Kids Who Keep Kosher
Honoring the cultural and dietary preferences of the kids we serve is one of our top priorities. Take a peek inside our Kosher bag!
Backpack Brigade
Oct 9, 2024

There Is Something Scarier Than Running Out of Candy on Halloween
It's terrifying to run out of candy on Halloween, but it's a nightmare to run out of food. Donate to the Halloween Giving Campaign!
Backpack Brigade
Oct 2, 2024
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