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Backpack Of Food For School Age Children | Wooster Hope Center

807 South Spruce Street, Wooster, OH 44691

Designated Parking|Full Wheelchair Access|No Stairs in Service Delivery Areas.
Eligibility
Wayne County students kindergarten-grade 12 whose family has a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Required documents
Call for information.
Hours
Backpacks can be picked up every other Fri during the school year.
(330) 683-2242
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Application process
Call for information.
  • Information may be obtained during the school year through the offices of participating schools.
Fees
No fees.
Service area
Wayne County, Ohio
Provides services to 11 elementary schools throughout Wayne County. Each student who participates receives a bag of nonperishable food every other Friday throughout the school year to take home for the weekend.
  • Program provided through partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, Wooster City Schools, Kohl’s department store, DayBreak Community Church, Wooster Church of the Nazarene, and MCA in Fredericksburg.
Last assured
09/23/2025
Providing organization
Wooster Hope Center
Faith-based ministry providing holiday meals, food pantry, hygiene pantry (haircuts included), and backpack of food. Food provision sponsored by Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank.