Scarborough School Nutrition Backpack Program
Scarborough School Nutrition Backpack Program
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Developed many years ago in collaboration with Project GRACE, the Backpack Program began with a commitment to provide backpacks filled with nutritious, non-perishable foods for students in need over long weekends and school vacation weeks. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Backpack Program was a critical resource fighting food insecurity in our community.
In its current form, the Backpack Program continues to provide non-perishable foods as well as fresh produce and meats to families so that our students do not go hungry over school breaks. During the school year, we prepare breakfast & lunch for weekends, holidays and school vacations, in packages that can be picked up once a week at the Wentworth kitchen.
Our community members are essential partners in supporting the ongoing success of the Backpack Program - the program is fully funded by donations and grants. Monetary donations are always appreciated and can be sent via check to the district Business Office at P. O. Box 370, Scarborough ME 04070-0370, or made online through our RevTrak web store.