Our Work
Hand2Hand partners with local churches and schools to provide a backpack filled with supplemental food that bridges the gap of weekend hunger. Food sent home consists of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner items, often sent home with a recipe card included. The program nourishes more than physical needs. It provides consistency, love, and demonstrates to all within a home that people do care. And ultimately, that God cares.
Understanding the need
At school, many children can receive breakfast and lunch through the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. When students are not in school is when kids are at the highest risk for hunger. Over the 68-hour gap of the weekend and on extended school breaks, many students do not have access to the nutritional food they need to reach their full potential. Studies show that hunger among children:
12.5%
is the average rate of child hunger in West Michigan (According to Feeding America West Michigan)
48%
of all clients served by Feeding America reside in rural or suburban areas. In fact, hunger within suburban areas continues to grow.
715,721
children are eligible for free or reduced-priced lunch in Michigan.
(according to Kids Count Data Center)
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