Tackling Childhood Hunger: The Impact of Backpack Programs

29/07/2025 10 min Episodio 647
Tackling Childhood Hunger: The Impact of Backpack Programs

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Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  
Guest: LaToya Drake, MS Extension Specialist for Food Access and Engagement, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program
Season 8, Episode 5
In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley welcomes LaToya Drake, Extension Specialist for Food Access and Engagement with the Kentucky Nutrition Education Program.
They dive into the crucial role that Backpack programs play in alleviating childhood hunger in Kentucky. Discover how these community-driven initiatives discreetly provide nutritious food to children on weekends and during school breaks, ensuring they don't go hungry. Through heartwarming stories and practical advice, learn how educators, community groups, and volunteers collaborate to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and their families. Find out how you can support or get involved with local Backpack programs in your community.
To connect with Nutrition Education Program resources, visit:
PlanEatMove.com
Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS.
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