Dear Friend,
One of the most essential school supplies is food.
That’s why, 20 years ago, the Kansas Food Bank began offering Food 4 Kids, a kid-friendly school-based program that was established for students who are food insecure.
Together with partners like you, the Kansas Food Bank provides food and supplies to Food 4 Kids schools in Kansas, with each bag containing different foods designed to provide nutrition.
Now, as the Kansas Food Bank marks its 40th year of service, programs like Food 4 Kids remain just as vital.
The Map the Meal Gap Report issued in May by Feeding America shows that food insecurity rates are increasing, with food insecurity present in 100% of the counties across the United States, and right here in Kansas it is no different.
In our 85-county service area, one in five Kansas children regularly experience hunger. The Kansas Food Bank is committed to doing all we can to meet this increased need. Your support remains essential.
In this fall issue of Seeds of Hope, you’ll see the impact of your compassion and generosity in the lives of children like Kadince. Her smile and words of thanks demonstrate how vital programs like Food 4 Kids are today.
Thank you for your partnership throughout the past 40 years, and for continuing to partner with us into tomorrow.
Gratefully,
Brian Walker
