Hope Packs
The 3,400 Smiles Challenge
May 2026
1 child to sponsor
1 sponsored child
(The sponsorship tracking grid below is updated periodically and does not function as a live updating system.)
Many children lose access to meals over the weekend. For some, school meals are the most consistent source of food they receive during the week.
Without that support, weekends can mean uncertainty, hunger, and added stress that carries into the classroom.
Hope Packs help fill that gap, giving children reliable food so they can return to school ready to learn.
Hope Packs are delivered directly to participating schools in the Bloomington-Normal area.
Local partners, volunteers, and school staff work together to make sure each child receives their pack before the weekend.
Behind the scenes, donated food, volunteer time, and efficient logistics make it possible to stretch every dollar further.
Making a difference starts here, donate today.
Making a difference starts here, donate today.