Pantry Donation/Hunger Awareness Month!
Description
When the bell rings on Friday afternoon, some of our students leave their classrooms unsure if they’ll have enough to eat over the weekend. Many of these children rely on Kilmer Middle School’s free and reduced meal program during the school week to meet their nutritional needs. To ensure these students have access to food over the weekend, Kilmer Middle School established the Kilmer Food Pantry in partnership with the Kilmer PTA.
September is Hunger Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about food insecurity in our community. In recognition of this important cause, the Kilmer Food Pantry is doubling down on its efforts to support students in need. The Pantry provides weekend food packs to help bridge the gap, ensuring students stay nourished until school resumes on Monday. Over time, we’ve expanded our services to offer not only meals but also school supplies, warm coats, and new socks during the winter months. All distributions are handled discreetly to respect the privacy of our students and their families.
How You Can HelpA child may not openly share that they’re experiencing food insecurity, but with careful observation, you might notice signs that indicate they need help. If you suspect a student is struggling with food access, please reach out to the school counselor or social worker.
Get Involved and Support Our School Community Today!To reach our goal of providing weekend meals to every child in need, here’s how you can help:
- Donate non-perishable food items: Select items from our Amazon Wishlist, and they’ll be delivered directly to Kilmer Middle School:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2JX3974E4ZCYB... - Drop off donations: Place non-perishable food items in the marked carts located in the main office
- Monetary donations: Donate directly to the PTA, and we’ll handle the shopping for you! https://kilmerpta.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/113
Suggested Items:Dinners: Entrees such as ravioli, stews, and pasta bowls (e.g., Chef Boyardee, Healthy Choice, Hormel Compleats, Annie Chun’s Noodle Bowls, Barilla Italian Style Entrees)
Lunch: Lunch kits (e.g., tuna with crackers), individually packaged Goldfish or pretzels, soup (pop-top cans or cups), macaroni and cheese (microwaveable individual cups/packets)
Breakfast: Mini cereal boxes, cereal bars, instant oatmeal
Snacks: Raisins, pudding cups, fruit cups with pop-top lids (e.g., mandarin oranges, mixed fruit), individual packs of trail mix
Drinks: Shelf-stable milk, juice boxes (100% juice, no added sugar)
Join the Food Pantry Club
The Food Pantry Club was created to involve students in the Pantry’s mission. Club members help stock inventory and organize the Pantry each week (Wednesdays, during the first block after school). We welcome any students interested in joining us. For more information, contact us at foodpantry@kilmerpta.org.
Thank you to all the families who have already contributed to the Pantry. Your generosity has made a significant impact on our Kilmer community, especially during Hunger Awareness Month.
Location
Kilmer Food Pantry
Date/Time(s)
Monday, September 30, 2024
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