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Non-profit OrganizationsKentucky, United States51-200 Employees
Blessings in a Backpack is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Louisville, Kentucky, that operates a nationwide program to provide weekend meals to children who rely on school nutrition. With more than 1,200 programs and seven regional chapters, the group coordinates volunteers, partners, and donors to send nutritious food home with children each week, aiming to reduce weekend hunger across communities. Founded on a model that emphasizes flexibility and scalability, the organization seeks to support local schools and families by ensuring consistent access to food beyond the school week. Since its inception in 2009, the initiative has reported delivering 30 million hunger-free weekends for over a million children, illustrating its reach and impact across the United States. Recent developments include collaborations with local partners and organizations to expand access to its Brave Bags program and related efforts in various regions.