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Field Elementary Students Experience the Magic of Derby Season at Unbridled Afternoon
Featured, Local Stories April 18, 2025

Field Elementary Students Experience the Magic of Derby Season at Unbridled Afternoon

Students at Field Elementary were treated to a Derby-themed celebration during the fourth annual Unbridled Afternoon. The event brought the excitement of Derby season to life with local celebrities, mascots,
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Food for Thought Webinar: The Impact of Hunger on Being a Kid
Featured, Local Stories, Trending April 2, 2025

Food for Thought Webinar: The Impact of Hunger on Being a Kid

The latest Food for Thought webinar featured Dr. Brian Bordini and Principal Sunny Morland discussing the impact of hunger on children and how Blessings in a Backpack helps fill the
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Volunteer Appreciation Week
Featured, Local Stories, Trending March 28, 2025

Volunteer Appreciation Week

During Volunteer Appreciation Week, Blessings in a Backpack is celebrating its volunteers! We want to express our appreciation for their impact on children’s lives.
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Four Years of #BuffaLove and Blessings in a Backpack!
Local Stories January 16, 2025

Four Years of #BuffaLove and Blessings in a Backpack!

Join the Bills Mafia as we celebrate four incredible years of giving back, sparked by a heartwarming moment during a pivotal playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens.
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Red Robin Is Feeding Kids On the Weekends
Featured, Local Stories, Partners October 3, 2024

Red Robin Is Feeding Kids On the Weekends

Red Robin is partnering with Blessings in a Backpack to help improve the lives of hungry kids. Guests have the opportunity to donate to Blessings in a Backpack right from
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Video: Louisville Mother and Daughter Make It Their Mission to Feed JCPS Students
Featured, Local Stories July 17, 2024

Video: Louisville Mother and Daughter Make It Their Mission to Feed JCPS Students

Inspired by Liz’s dedication to our Louisville Chapter, Debbie decided to take action and support local school-age kids through Blessings in a Backpack. Their teamwork and commitment are truly heartwarming!
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Generous Grant Fuels Mission to Feed Children
Local Stories July 16, 2024

Generous Grant Fuels Mission to Feed Children

Kroger’s Louisville Division donated $50,000 to our local chapter of Blessings in a Backpack.
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Daughter Continues Mom’s Legacy of Helping Others
Featured, Local Stories, Trending June 13, 2024

Daughter Continues Mom’s Legacy of Helping Others

Kaela Hammerstrom Combs continues her mother’s legacy by working with Blessings in a Backpack, distributing bags of food to students in need every Friday, ensuring they have nourishment over the
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Blessings in a Backpack Partners With Unbridled Charitable Foundation for Third Annual “Unbridled Afternoon” for Louisville Students
Featured, Local Stories April 15, 2024

Blessings in a Backpack Partners With Unbridled Charitable Foundation for Third Annual “Unbridled Afternoon” for Louisville Students

Unbridled Afternoon included activities such as celebrity meet-and-greets, petting zoo, hot air balloon, and stick-horse races, bringing the Derby spirit to the students in a kid-friendly way.
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‘So much more than winning games:’ Coach Cal’s off-court charity work leaves legacy.
Featured, Local Stories, Trending April 11, 2024

‘So much more than winning games:’ Coach Cal’s off-court charity work leaves legacy.

In 2012, the Calipari Foundation gave $10,000 to work with Blessings in a Backpack to feed children in Hazard. In 2020, the foundation gave $75,000 to target communities across Kentucky.
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