Volunteer With Us
Help Feed Kids in Your Community—One Backpack at a Time
Backpack Blessings is powered entirely by volunteers. From packing bags to organizing food drives, our mission depends on people like you who are willing to give their time, energy, and heart to help local children facing food insecurity.
Every week, we provide 7 meals and snacks to over 410 students in Panama City Beach schools. As the number of children in need grows, so does our need for compassionate, consistent volunteers.
Ways to Volunteer
No matter your availability or skill set, there’s a role for you! Check out the many ways you can get involved:
Weekly Bag Packing & Distribution
Help us prepare and deliver weekend meals to students.
- When: Thursdays at 8:30 AM
- Where: Hospitality Depot, 158 Griffin Boulevard, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Monthly Food Order Unpacking
Assist in unloading and organizing our monthly food delivery.
- When: 1st Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM
- Where: Hospitality Depot, 158 Griffin Boulevard, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Organize Special Treats & Encouragement
Create thoughtful notes, treats, or seasonal goodies to uplift students.
Host a Food Drive
Collect much-needed nonperishable items through your school, workplace, or church group.
Raise Awareness
Help spread the word about Backpack Blessings through social media, community groups, or local events.
Coordinate Fundraising Events
Work with restaurants or businesses to host giveback nights, fundraising drives, or community events like Publix or Chick-fil-A share nights.
Corporate & Church Group Volunteering
Invite your coworkers, team, small group, or youth ministry to pack bags, donate food, or sponsor students together.
Pray for the Mission
Pray for the students receiving these meals, their families, the school staff identifying their needs, our volunteers, and the continued growth of this mission.
Together, We Are Better
When you volunteer with Backpack Blessings, you’re not just helping pack food—you’re sending love, hope, and encouragement home with every child. You’re showing our community’s youngest members that someone cares about them.
“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.”
– Sherry Anderson
