Kettering Backpack Program

"Bringing the Community Together One Backpack at a Time"

33.6 Percent of school age children that live in Montgomery County meet the federal poverty standard.
20 Average number of kids per school that will receive Backpacks this year.
3000 Number of people under the poverty level in the City of Kettering as of 1999.

As you can see, The Kettering Backpack Program provides extensive care for children that are not as fortunate as other children. Regardless of the situation as to why these children do not receive a hotmeal.

WE NEED YOUR HELP !

“If it were up to me, I would continue this program because it helps people that don't have much food so they won’t go hungry”

–5th grader, Greenmont Elementary

“I have seen a change in kids moods after they get a backpack filled with food. They seem more appreciative and attendance on Fridays is better”

–Counselor, Indian Riffle Elementary

“ My favorite food that comes in the backpack is vanilla wafers, cereal and fruit”

–3rd grader, Greenmont Elementary

“I like knowing people care about me.”

–4th grader, Southdale Elementary

“Kettering helping Kettering

This program was established for Kettering school children who are in need of nutritional foods on the weekends. 31% of students in Kettering receive free or reduced lunches; however, they may not be getting the same nutrition on the weekends. This is what the Kettering Backpack Program is for. The backpacks will contain healthy foods that will be easy for the children to eat or make on their own while at home. It is important for every child to receive the proper nourishment needed to get them through a day at school, or just through life.

We pack to feed, no kids go hungry. Help us take it a backpack further.

Everyday kids in our community go home hungry after school. Their parents cannot always provide the proper nutrition needed for their growth. We need your support to help our Kettering backpack program.

“Children always ask me ‘Is it Friday yet?’ They are just so excited to get this food.”

–Mrs. Byrd, Oakview Elementary School Counselor