School Backpack Program

Mercy Cares currently has a food distribution backpack program at two local elementary schools. We currently provide food to 37 student families each weekend.

These backpacks  are filled with food for a family and sent home with the students who need something to eat over the weekend. There is a need to expand beyond the current number of students as well as expand the food program beyond the school year.

Our goal is to provide 350 food backpacks at multiple schools in the area. This program needs to expand to school breaks and summer vacation.

Mercy Cares seeks food and monetary donations from individuals and local businesses as well as apply to area foundations and philanthropic organizations offering grant funding in North Texas. With additional funding and donations, Mercy Cares will be able to provide more food, lease storage facilities, and obtain food delivery vehicles.