Did you know? 1 in 6 Montana children struggle with hunger. The Gallatin Valley Food Bank KidsPack Program provides nutritious, kid-friendly foods over the weekend during the school year. The bags are distributed to elementary children across 21 schools in Gallatin, Jefferson, and Madison counties. Each week they distribute an average of 450 bags.

While KidsPack bags aim to support the children in a family, they often supplement the entire family's food budget. Please help us by donating the items listed below to ensure that children arrive at school fed and ready to learn on Monday and don’t fear a weekend without meals.  

Wish List Items:

• Low sodium canned soup
• Low sodium canned chicken & tuna
• Fruit cups in fruit juice (ex: peaches, oranges)
• Veggie cups (ex: carrots, green beans)
• Low sugar, single serve cold cereal cups
• Low sugar, instant oatmeal packets
• 100% juice fruit juice boxes
• Whole grain granola bars (preferably store brand)

Each person who donates will receive a coupon for a free taco from Taco Bell (one per person for the duration of the drive)! Donations can be dropped off at GVM Guest Services (located near Macy's) between August 9-September 6. To learn more and to discover more ways you can make a difference, visit the Gallatin Valley Food Bank website.