Our Services and Support
Meal Assistance
We offer daily meal assistance to students facing food insecurity, ensuring they can focus on their education without hunger affecting their learning.
School Lunch Debt Relief
We help families of modest means by clearing school lunch debts, ensuring no student is held back academically due to financial barriers.
Educational Programs
We provide educational programs and resources to empower students academically and personally, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
Community Outreach
We collaborate with local organizations and businesses to expand our impact and reach, fostering a strong sense of community support.
Questions & Answers
How does The Lunch Bunch support De Soto students?
We provide meal assistance, relieve school lunch debt, offer educational programs, and engage in community outreach activities to ensure all students can learn and grow without hunger hindering their progress.
How can I get involved with The Lunch Bunch?
You can support our cause by volunteering your time, donating funds or resources, or spreading awareness about our mission to ensure every De Soto student has access to essential meals and educational support.
What inspired the creation of The Lunch Bunch?
The organization was founded in memory of Gwen Lewis, a dedicated teacher, coach, principal, and community activist in De Soto who believed no student should be deprived of education due to lunch debts.
Is The Lunch Bunch a non-profit organization?
Yes, The Lunch Bunch operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the students, staff, and programs of the De Soto Public School District #73, with a focus on eliminating hunger as a barrier to education.