Summer News
Per request of the Met Council, Snack Attack was able to help combat poverty of hygiene, by sourcing 7 cases of Tide Single Load Boxes. That translates to 156 units per case … a little over 1000 loads! Sometimes food and hygiene go hand in hand!
“Snack Attack!” Program founded by Thomas Navab
SnackAttack.org is a program of BakeNYC.org which aims to address the growing problem of food insecurity by delivering fresh baked goods to needy families. SnackAttack.org is applying the BakeNYC model to snacks, something many children rely on for added nutrition. Knowing the positive contribution After School programs can make not just on learning and life choices, but childhood hunger, Snack Attack aims to partner with these programs to distribute healthy snacks for students in under-resourced areas. Our non-perishable snacks are distributed in individual servings in superhero themed drawstring bags. Let’s attack food insecurity together!
Food Insecurity and Children:
The problem of food insecurity affects children everywhere. Difficulty accessing food leads to hunger and ultimately affects the ability of children to have an active, healthy life. According to the NYU School of Global Public Health, nearly 18 percent of households with children reported food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, growing inflation is making matters worse. Food insecurity sets children back on their cognitive and emotional development, too. Studies show that children from homes with persistent food insecurity face smaller gains in reading and math than their food-secure peers. The need for new ways to help stop the rapid spread of hunger is critical.
Why Snacks?
Healthy snacks are proven to reduce childhood hunger and address food insecurity for over 15 million children across the United States. Many After School programs provide a place for young people to be physically active, learn about wellness, explore enriching activities and continue their academic learning. These programs can also provide nourishment for kids who need a snack or additional meal after school. Many After School programs are publicly funded but the need exceeds the ability to reach everyone, so grassroots efforts are essential. However, small grass roots efforts have difficulty distributing to schools, and must find alternative ways of reaching children and teens. Locally run, neighborhood food pantries are one such avenue.
Sample Snacks
200 Toiletry kits for December ‘22 distribution
Get Involved
We are looking for Nonprofit Partners to distribute snack bags in their After School programs, donors of funds or non-perishable snacks, and student “Snacktivists” to join with us as we attack the growing problem of food insecurity in the Tri State area. For more information or to join our team, please email thomasnavab@icloud.com.
