Jack is one of thousands of kids in our area who may struggle with hunger.
But together, we can help! No family should have to go hungry. Because of generous supporters and volunteers, your Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank and its network of food programs can help families making tough choices – like Jack’s.
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Help fill Jack's backpack!
- Collect non-perishable food items to help fill Jack's backpack. (See list below)
- Collect financial donations, too. Every $1 = 3 meals!
- Drop off the collected items to your nearest food pantry or the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
Collect these items for kids like Jack! (Click to expand)
Collect non-perishable food items (single-serving sizes) to help fill Jack’s backpack. Below are kid-friendly items that are easy to open and prepare.
Animal crackers
Applesauce (individual serving size)
Breakfast bars
Cereal bars & cups
Cheese crackers
Fruit cups (in juice or syrup)
Fruit pouches & fruits snacks
Granola bars
Instant oatmeal packets & cups
Jello
Juice boxes & pouches (100% juice)
Macaroni & cheese
Peanut butter crackers
Pop tarts
Pudding
Ramen noodles
Ravioli
Soups & stews
Spaghetti O's
Volunteer
Volunteering is a great way to give back to our community! Volunteer opportunities are available at both our Main Campus in Akron and Stark County Campus in Canton. Help out in our warehouses, as volunteer drivers, in our onsite food pantries and so much more.
Donate
Make a donation to the Foodbank. Just one dollar can help provide food for three meals for kids like Jack.
Use your voice
Help your Foodbank share information about Jack and local childhood hunger on your social media accounts. Use our premade social media captions and graphics, or make your own.
Activities for kids and groups
Below are links to materials and activities that you can use to educate your family or group about Jack and hunger in our area. To access all materials, click here.