Snack Pack
Since its inception in 2013, our Snack Pack Program has dedicated itself to nourishing children in need within our community. With the goal of combatting food insecurity, we have successfully distributed over 34,000 snack packs, ensuring nutritious meals and snacks reach qualifying kids.
Our snack packs only cost $5 a bag which is a small price to pay to ensure that children in our community have access to food over the weekends when they are out of school. Hunger can lead to developmental delays, social and behavioral problems, and even repeated grade levels. Our snack pack program plays a vital role in supporting children who are going through challenging circumstances beyond their control.
Pekin District Schools We Serve:
- Willow Primary School
- Dirksen Primary School
- Starke Elementary School
- Jefferson Primary School
- C.B. Smith Primary School
- Altman Primary School
- Rankin Grade School
- Washington Intermediate School
- Wilson Intermediate School
- Edison Junior High
- Broadmoor Junior High
- Pekin Family Education Center/Head Start
- South Pekin School
Food Items Needed :
- Microwaveable mac and cheese cups
- Cans of ravioli or soup
- Granola bars
- Pudding cups
- Fruit cups
- Fruit snacks
- Applesauce
- Individual cereal boxes
- Cracker and/or chip packs
- Meat Jerky
- Protein Bars
- Microwave Popcorn
- Raisins
- Fruit Juice
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