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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.

Benefits

Well-being

16 days of PTO (paid-time off), minimum that increases with tenure
10 paid holidays
Four mental health days
Two floating holidays per year
Birthday Day (one per year)
Annual paid Winter Break
Summer Fridays

Health

Medical insurance plan:
   – $350 monthly Blessings payment toward premium, even if not enrolled
Dental insurance plan
Vision insurance plan
Flexible spending account (FSA) for medical, dental, and dependent care

Comprehensive Support

Paid Parental leave, three months
Medical leave
Bereavement leave
Personal leave
Jury Duty leave
Military leave
• Retirement income plan
Life insurance (at no cost) and short-term disability
Cell phone reimbursement for eligible staff
Company credit card for eligible staff
Direct deposit
Professional development