FEEDING CHILDREN​​

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We support a school-anchored food access initiative dedicated to closing the hunger gap for children and families in the Washington, D.C. region. This program works directly with schools to ensure students have consistent access to nutritious food beyond traditional school meal times — including evenings, weekends, and breaks.

 

Thanks to collaborative partnerships and community engagement, the program is on track to provide its 5 millionth meal this school year and currently supports over 3,000 pre-identified students across the region. With more than 50 pantry sites established in schools, families and students have discreet, reliable access to meals, snacks, and essential household items throughout the school day and beyond. The initiative distributes over 20,000 pounds of food each month to students most in need, and the Pantry program itself contributes an estimated 300,000+ meals per school year. Additionally, the broader program recently delivered 350,000+ pounds of food across D.C. and Arlington with the help of more than 250 volunteers — operating in 75+ schools across the two communities.

This work doesn’t just feed hungry children — it strengthens families, supports academic success, and builds local food resilience. We’re proud to partner in this effort and help advance equitable food access with dignity and impact.