During 2024, the nonprofit Feed Northland Kids, which serves nine Northland school districts, took almost 12,000 pounds of food to school pantries and gave away more than 17,000 bags of food to Northland families.

“Last year we continued our mission of nourishing children and youth in our community so they can learn, grow and thrive,” said Executive Director Gwen O’Brien, in an email release. “We distributed more Community Food Kits than ever before and continue to expand our services to all corners of the Northland with new programming in Excelsior Springs School District … .”

To start off 2025, the nonprofit has already released its first Amazon wish list of the year. Search “FNK In-School Food Pantries Wishlist” at the online retailer to access the list of items needed by the nonprofit. The list includes items such as crackers with cheese or peanut butter, pasta sides, mircowaveable ravioli and granola bars.

Feed Northland Kids-supported in-school food pantries are found in schools in the Kearney, Liberty, North Kansas City, Park Hill and Smithville districts.

All of Feed Northland Kids programs are provided at no cost to students and families. To make a donation, visit feednorthlandkids.org.