Dear Families,
Area donors are proud to offer HopeAustin, a weekend child-feeding program that provides child-friendly, ready-to-eat food for students who may have little or no food at home over the weekend. This “backpack” program is designed to support children who rely on school meals as a primary source of nutrition during the week.
If your family would benefit from weekend food support and/or snacks for your child during the school day, we invite you to participate in the HopeAustin program. We kindly ask that families only enroll if their student truly needs nutritional assistance, so we can ensure resources are available for all children facing food insecurity.
Each Friday (or the last school day of the week), our school coordinator will discreetly place a bag of food in your child’s backpack before dismissal. This food is for your child to take home and enjoy over the weekend. Research shows that consistent nutrition plays a vital role in a child’s learning, growth, and overall well-being. If you believe your child or family would benefit from this program, please complete the attached form. All distributions are made with dignity and respect for every student.