Did you know that 1.5 million students couldn't afford their school meals last year? That's a problem, but we have a solution: helping to pay off school lunch debts. Join us in supporting children in need and making sure they have the nutrition they need to succeed.
Paying Off National School Lunch Debt, One Child at a Time
We're on a mission to pay off the current national school lunch debt of $19 million. It's a big goal, but we're determined to make a difference in the lives of children across the country. With your help, we can do it.
847 schools in debt
So far this year, 847 schools have accumulated lunch debt.
1 in 10 students starving
It's heartbreaking to know that 1 in 10 students report going hungry because of food insecurity. But we can change that, one meal at a time.
Opportunities
How Your Donation Can Make a Difference
By donating to help pay off school lunch debts, you're giving kids access to more opportunities. Here are just a few of the ways your donation can change a child's life:
Unlocking access to transcripts and other educational resources
Providing a nutritious meal that may be the only one a child gets all day
Making it easier for families to qualify for free or reduced-price meals, especially during the pandemic
Helping kids who might be embarrassed or ashamed about not being able to afford lunch
How it works
Simple Steps to Make a Big Impact
1
Choose Your Donation Amount
Pick the amount that feels right for you using our simple online system. 80% of every dollar goes to student school debt.
2
Enter Your Payment Info
Enter your payment and billing information to complete your donation.
3
Verify and Send
Double-check everything's correct, then hit "send." You'll get an email from Stripe confirming your contribution.
4
Change a Child's Life
Your donation can make a real difference in the life of a child in need. Thank you for helping us make a positive impact.
Meet our team
Passionate About Helping Kids Succeed
Our team is passionate about making sure kids have the fuel they need to succeed in school and in life. We know firsthand the struggles of growing up in a low-income household, and we're committed to making sure other kids don't face the same challenges. Join us in our mission to make a real difference in the lives of children.
Abel Rios
Co-Founder
Abel is a seasoned technical leader with over 20 years in the industry. His experience ranges from smaller startups to larger organizations like Yahoo!. He firmly believes that every child should have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances.
David Rodriguez
Co-Founder
David has been working in design for over 20 years, with experience working with startups and enterprise companies as a consultant for user experience and validation. But his real passion is creating a better future for kids. As a co-founder of our organization, he's dedicated to making sure every child has access to the nutrition they need to succeed.
