About
At Blessings in a Backpack, we believe that every school-aged child in America should have the nourishment needed to learn and grow. As a leader in the movement to end childhood hunger, Blessings in a Backpack strives to ensure children do not go hungry on the weekends by empowering individuals and communities to take meaningful action. Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-aged school children across America who might otherwise go hungry.
As a registered 501(c)(3) organization, our dedicated staff spans the country, working across a variety of roles and departments, such as programming, fund development, marketing, food solutions, and accounting and analytics. We are actively seeking individuals who are passionate about shaping their careers around our mission of providing nourishing weekend meals to children facing food insecurity.
Within the Blessings team, you’ll find an array of diverse work styles and backgrounds, all united by our core values. We believe in empowering those around us, honoring our heritage while embracing growth and diversity, and fostering supportive relationships built on open communication. If you’re driven by a desire to make a tangible difference, join us in our mission to end weekend hunger.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Minimum of 16 days annually, with increases based on tenure
Paid Holidays: 10 company holidays, 2 floating holidays each year plus 4 paid mental health days Remove
Celebrate Your Special Day: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday each year
Winter Break & Summer Fridays: Paid annual winter break and early dismissal on Fridays during the summer
Medical Insurance ($350 monthly Blessings contribution) Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Set aside pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses