Adolescent Hunger
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There would be some students and families that would not have anything to eat at home if it weren’t for the School Pantry.
Teens in need notice when there is not enough food in the pantry at home.
They worry about things like: “What am I going to have for dinner tonight?” or “What will my little brother eat tonight?”
When their basic needs are not met, they cannot come to class prepared with a fueled body and brain
School Pantries offer students a way to help their families
Students have access to not only food, but hygiene items as well
Last fiscal year 23,384 pounds of food was distributed through 12 school pantry partners
3,321 unique individuals were served. For $1.24, you can provide 1 pound of food and/or hygiene items to a student and family in need.