In July we’re gearing up for the new school year! Join us by writing and creating welcome messages to be added to our bags. To schedule a drop off time or ask questions, please contact info@forsythbackpackprogram.org

Inspire your network to take action together with our Orange You Smart Program.  Volunteers purchase, individually bag and deliver fruit to an assigned school. See 25-26 school year Sign Up Dates here.

Join us in stocking our pantries with wish list items. To schedule a time to drop off contact info@forsythbackpackprogram.org or donate directly to the monthly wish list with a financial gift, here.

July needs: Hormel Completes, Masa, Flour, individual mac & cheese

Gather your colleagues, friends and networks to sponsor and pack 100 cases of food (that’s 800 bags, 3,200 meals!). To learn more, contact info@forsythackpackprogram.org and download an informational flyer here.

Inspire your network to take action together. We’ll provide an outline for your drive; help you set a goal and offer promotional materials to make your drive easy and impactful. Volunteers purchase, sort and deliver food to an assigned school pantry. Download a sample collection list & flyer.

Build snack bags for our middle and high school pantries. Snack Bags are great items for our students who need extra food throughout the day. We’ll provide a list of items to include and available dates.

Volunteers are needed throughout the year to help with delivery of food to schools, pick up food cases after special events, assist at fundraising events, help with administrative tasks and more. Reach out to info@forsythbackpackprogram.com for more information. 

Invite Forsyth Backpack Program to your next group or team meeting to learn more about how we are fighting hunger in Forsyth County.

Create, design and drop off notes of encouragement. Notes will be placed in completed food bags to be sent home to students. Contact info@forsythbackpackprogram.org to discuss theme, number of cards and dates needed.

Help our programs thrive with your financial support. Mail a check or make a donation online. To make a stock donation, please reach out to info@forsythbackpackprogram.org to learn more.