SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
At this time, we are not accepting new volunteers with the Backpack Buddies program at Galilee Church due to the COVID-19 situation. We hope to reopen these opportunities for the 2020-2021 school year.
The best way to support the program at this time is to donate Family Break Bags which are being distributed on a limited basis to families.
Please visit galileeumc.org/family-bags for more information and instructions.
SUPPORT THE CHILDREN
Our children need you
Over 14,000 children in Loudoun County, Virginia are food insecure. What does that mean? Their families may not know where their next meal is coming from. Our program provides weekend and holiday meal packs to help meet the nutritional needs of children when they are not in school.
How to help
Have time to spare? We can find a job for you. Interested in donation food or funds? Those are always needed. Click on "Get Involved" above to find out more!
We're making a difference in the lives of children
We pack over 15,000 meal packs every school year to help food insecure families right here in Loudoun County. YOUR donations of food, funds, and time ensure that our local neighbors have the best shot at life!
Help us "fill a backpack"
Help us "fill a backpack" by becoming a Backpack Buddies sponsor. your donation will purchase a "food item" to help us fill a symbolic backpack that will help to cover the cost for the Backpack Buddies ministry for this school year. Click here to learn more
