BC Feed The Kids

The Snack Attack Facts!
Learn more about what makes our Snack Attack program unique:

🍊 Provides healthy snack options for K-12 students who go to school without enough food.

🍏 Inclusive of all kids, not only those identified as needing help.

⏰ Snacks are available at any time of day without the fear of judgment.

🏫 Offered in 3 schools in 2 school districts with plans to expand across BC.

🍌 Includes all dietary needs, such as gluten-free, vegan, halal and kosher options, so there is something for everyone!

🎓 Over 4,000 students have access to food through the Snack Attack Program.

Support the program by visiting our website:

BC Feed The Kids | Our Programs Changing lives at breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack time. At BC Feed the Kids, we’re passionate about coming up with meaningful ways to serve hungry and under-supported children.

Today is World Hunger Day.

42% of people globally cannot afford a healthy diet (SOFI 2023), but did you know that children in British Columbia are affected by hunger too?

Food insecurity affects 1.8 million Canadian children, including 193,000 in British Columbia.

Our Snack Attack and Hot Lunch programmes help address the need in local schools, and while recent government announcements will help there is still a lot of work to be done.

Could you share this post to raise awareness of food insecurity in British Columbia?

Many local children go to school without snacks or enough food in their lunches. Many other food support programs are only available during meal times, leaving kids hungry for the rest of the day. The Snack Attack Program provides healthy snack options for K-12 students who go to school without enough food.

Here is what one local teacher said about the Snack Attack Program:
“The snack attacks are VERY popular. I think it really shows how much people are struggling with having enough food to eat.”

Did you know that Canada is the only G7 nation without a National School Food Program?

But, is that about to change with the federal government's recent commitment to create a National School Lunch Program?

This is a step in the right direction. However, despite 1 in 3 children facing hunger, the new National School Lunch Program, funded with $1 billion over five years, will only reach an additional 400,000 students. This leaves a significant gap, with millions still at risk.

Food insecurity affects 1.8 million Canadian children, including 193,000 in B.C. While the new national program helps, the fight isn't over. BC Feed the Kids are filling the food gap with impactful food programs and harvesting positive change at breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack time.

We will continue to campaign for a more comprehensive program. Join us by sharing this post and making your network aware of the shortfall in food provision in British Columbia.

Thank you so much to Leah, Delana & Marcos from Sysco Canada for the very special delivery today!

We are so grateful to be a part of Sysco's
Purpose Month! The 500 snack bags that you generously donated will be happily received by students in our program schools!

Thank you for all of your ongoing support White Rock BIA ❤️ we are so grateful!

This Tuesday is , a global generosity movement that purposefully lands on the Tuesday after Black Friday and Cyber Monday as a reminder to give back to those that need it most!

BC Feed The Kids Foundation is a registered charity based in Uptown White Rock focused on filling bellies and fuelling minds so every child can thrive. BC Feed the Kids makes food accessible to ALL kids, ALL day. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a stranger, or giving to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts, and everyone has something to give.

We hope you’ll consider supporting this very important cause.

Click here for the donation link:
https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation

For more information on BC Feed the Kids:
https://www.bcfeedthekids.com/

For more information on GivingTuesday:
https://www.givingtuesday.ca/

We are so excited for the new school year! Summer can be tough for some students. We are so glad our programs can help provide support for kids who need it the most!

Want to help? We would love to hear from you! 🧡💙❤️

If you have a minute, please vote for Chef and BC Feed the Kids supporter Michael St. Pierre!
Wishing Chef Michael all the best in the Favorite Chef competition!!

Vote here 👨‍🍳
https://favchef.com/2023/michael-st-pierre

https://apple.news/AtuwKRW6OSB6HHZRY0MPnxA
"Among G7 countries, Canada is the only one without a national school food program ... what exists is a patchwork of programs that serves a snack, breakfast or lunch to roughly one million school-age children, 21 per cent of the country’s student population – thanks to non-profit agencies and an army of volunteers."

With food costs soaring and no national program, Canadian schools struggle to feed students — The Globe and Mail Advocates are hopeful that a federal government plan could lead to a universal school food program

Thank you Elvis and The Hills at Portal Restaurant & Lounge + Caffe Artigiano ❤️

South Surrey event adds more than $2,600 to tummy-filling efforts of White Rock-based foundation - Peace Arch News South Surrey businessman who doubles as Elvis performed to benefit charity on Feb. 18

We are so lucky to be surrounded by such an amazing community ❤️ Thank you to the White Rock BIA for all of you support, we are so grateful 🥹

This , we encourage you to consider giving to the BC Feed the Kids Foundation through their Giving Tuesday link- https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation!

BC Feed The Kids Foundation is a registered charity based in White Rock focused on filling bellies and fuelling minds so every child can thrive. BC Feed the Kids makes food accessible to ALL kids, ALL day. BC Feed the Kids Foundation makes programs inclusive so that they reach the kids that need it most, without the fear of judgment.

We hope you’ll consider making a donation to this very important cause!

Donation link:
https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation

For more information on BC Feed the Kids:
https://www.bcfeedthekids.com/

For more information on GivingTuesday:
https://www.givingtuesday.ca/

Thank you Grounds & Greens Cafe for your ongoing support! It means the world to us and the kids who are supported by our programs ❤️
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you 🥰❤️🥰

Did you know that is the worlds largest generosity movement with over 80 countries taking part around the globe?

follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday as a way to give back to the community. The goal of the movement is simply to foster a community of people who work together and help each other.

Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a stranger or giving to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give 🤍

Please consider donating to BC Feed the Kids Foundation at https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation

Today is the day! It is GivingTuesday!!!

Join GivingTuesday, the world’s largest generosity movement. Everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts!

Please consider donating to BC Feed the Kids and support hungry kids in your community!

https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation

Did you know GivingTuesday started in 2012 as a way to set aside the consumerism of Black Friday (and now Cyber Monday)? It is a time to give back to those in need and inspire people to help others.

Please consider making a donation to BC Feed the Kids Foundation on November 29. Every little bit helps, and we are so grateful for your support!

https://partners.givingtuesday.ca/partners/bc-feed-the-kids-foundation

Join the world's largest generosity movement on November 29th!
There are so many different ways to express generosity on GivingTuesday and every day! Give time, make someone smile, help a neighbour, or make a donation. Everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts.

Find out more at www.givingtuesday.ca

SAVE THE DATE! NOVEMBER 29!
GivingTuesday is a day for giving back and we're so proud to be a part of it this year!
We hope you'll consider making a donation to our campaign on November 29.
Every little bit helps and we are so grateful for your support!

To learn more about GivingTuesday go to www.givingtuesday.ca

Halloween is a few days away! 🎃 👻🍬
For many, it is an exciting day with much to look forward to; for others, it is not.
"Holidays separate poor from rich in many ways. Halloween is another stressful day in the revolving door of humiliating calendar events, for families living in poverty. What can we do to change this?"

Like Other Holidays, Halloween Is a Scary Time for People Living in Poverty How can we reduce Halloween stress for low-income families?

Exciting news! The Snack Attack Program is growing! We are thrilled to announce that we have added a new location! We look forward to continuing to expand our programs to new schools and districts this year!

We are so grateful for the support from Sysco BC to make this possible! Your generosity and commitment to your community will make a difference in the lives of many kids in BC!

While the end of summer is sad for many kids, it is often a relief for those who rely on food support in schools. BC Feed the Kids is looking forward to expanding our programs in the 2022/23 school year. We thank our many generous donors for making our programs possible. If you would like to find out more or want to help, please reach out anytime! We would love to hear from you!

Thank you Grounds & Greens Cafe ❤️ 🌱🥰

currently focuses on three main areas of support. The Snack Attack program supplies nutritious snacks to schools to help fill the current food gaps identified in food supports. The Hot Lunch Program provides funding to cover the cost of hot lunches for students who are not financially able to partake. Fueling Minds covers the extra costs that families may not be able to afford; this includes activities and supplies such as field trips, extracurricular activities and the supplies needed (i.e. musical instruments, registration fees, sports equipment & school supplies). 

Thank you to all those who has donated so far. Remember we will be matching all donations made this month so don’t forget to “tap to give” when you come to the cafe!!

Thank you for the spotlight Surrey Board of Trade 🥰

Member Spotlight: BC Feed The Kids www.bcfeedthekids.com

Thank you so much Grounds & Greens Cafe! We are beyond grateful that you are supporting us as part of your birthday celebration!!

Friends- Please drop in when you’re in White Rock and grab some delicious food, drinks and treats … and don’t forget to Tap to donate ❤️

We cannot believe we are turning two!! We are so thankful for this community for all the love and support we have received over the last couple of years!! We would not be here without you all and on behalf of the entire GG staff we thank each and everyone of you!!!!

Remember to use our “tap to give” to donate to and we will match all donations for our birthday month!

A big THANK YOU to BC Lions Sean Whyte for stopping by with such a wonderful donation! We are so grateful and appreciate your support! Go Lions!!!

The Snack Attack Program rolled into schools last week and we are so happy about it! Thank you to our generous donors for making this program possible!

What to help? Go to www.bcfeedthekids.com to donate!

"More than 150,000 children in British Columbia are living in impoverished households, according to the 2021 child poverty report card published by child and youth advocacy coalition First Call."

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/poverty-report-2021-1.6260854

Annual report shows 1 in 5 B.C. children still growing up in poverty | CBC News The First Call Child and Youth Advocacy Society's 25th annual B.C. Child Poverty Report Card shows not much has changed for poor children and their families.

https://www.peacearchnews.com/community/new-white-rock-based-foundation-aims-to-feed-bellies-fuel-minds/

New White Rock-based foundation aims to ‘feed bellies, fuel minds’ - Peace Arch News Founders motivated to act after learning one in three kids go to school hungry