Backpack Program offered at St. Leo's Food Connection
Backpack Program offered at St. Leo's Food Connection
1323 South Yakima Avenue, Catholic Community Services, Tacoma, WA 98405
Nearest cross streets are 14th and Yakima.
Eligibility
Hours
Application process
Counselors, teachers, and community partners at participating schools identify students at-risk of hunger over the weekend. Parents can check with their school counselor to see if their school is participating in this, or a similar program.
Fees
None.
Service area
Pierce, WA
Other Information
Age Group
Description
Provides 2 days' worth of food to more than 1,700 children at-risk of hunger over the weekends throughout the school year. In addition, supports more than 1500 students with daily snack and/or take-home food item. Partners with more than 35 schools in Pierce County.
Providing organization
St. Leo's Food Connection
Provides emergency and ongoing food assistance to individuals and families throughout Pierce County.