FORT WAYNE — As the holiday season approaches, Wellspring Interfaith Social Services is working to ensure that children in our community have access to nutritious meals when school is out for winter break.
Through its Child's Full Plate initiative, Wellspring aims to raise $50,000 to provide at least 1,000 food boxes to children in our community, helping ensure they have meals during the school winter break. For many children, school provides access to consistent meals throughout the week. When schools close for winter break, that source of support is no longer available. Unfortunately, not every child has reliable access to meals at home.
Each $50 donation will help provide a box filled with nutritious, kid-friendly meals selected with guidance from a registered dietitian. Wellspring plans to distribute at least 1,000 food boxes through a convenient drive-through distribution event in December. Children must be present in the vehicle to receive a food box.
The community can make a difference. Wellspring is inviting individuals, businesses, congregations, foundations, and community organizations to join this effort. A donation of $50 can help provide a food box for one child. Large...