Nourish NC's mission is to strengthen community resources that connect children to healthy food and reduce food insecurity. We empower children to succeed in the classroom and community alike.
Our Backpack Program currently serves over 200 students in New Hanover County. Although we are a partnership agency with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina, our program is funded through private donors, grants and sponsorships. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our program or how you can help feed children in New Hanover County, please fill out our contact form on our website.Food insecure children experience a wide range of problems that affect their health, development, well-being and school performance.
Higher number of chronic health conditions
Higher hospitalization rates
Iron deficiency anemia
Behavioral problems
Lower physical functioning
Higher rates of depressive disorder and suicidal symptoms in adolescents
Lower math and reading achievements