Every child deserves to focus on learning, not hunger. Feed RI’s school pantry program transforms educational spaces into nutrition access points, ensuring students have reliable access to food – during school hours and beyond.
It started with a Providence educator’s urgent call: students were struggling to access food outside school hours. That single conversation sparked a movement that now serves Rhode Island’s highest-need school districts.
In Rhode Island’s highest-need districts, over 50% of students face economic disadvantages. While school breakfast and lunch programs provide crucial support, many students still experience meal gaps during evenings, weekends, and vacations.
Feed RI creates sustainable, dignified food access points within schools:
A well-fed student is a ready learner. Our school pantries provide:
“When students know they have access to food, their whole demeanor changes. They’re more focused, more engaged, and more confident. That’s what Feed the Future is really about – removing barriers to success.”
Rhode Island Educator
Each pantry serves as a warm, welcoming space where students can independently select foods that meet their families’ needs and preferences. This approach:
Your support ensures we can continue delivering meals to those in need across Rhode Island. Join us in making a difference by contributing food, funds, or time.
Contribute to Feed RI now!