Humanwire Correspondant Lee Zucker reports.  The Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri sponsors a program called the “Buddy Pack Program.” Through this program, backpacks are donated to the food bank along with the food most appealing for elementary and middle school students.  The program feeds about 3,800 children in poverty each week, and also sponsors a school snack program.  Click here for show credits.  The Food Bank - Buddy Packs Share Food Bring Hope Lee Zucker’s Twitter Page Follow us on Twitter for the latest updates!  Join us on Facebook for behind the scenes pics and videos!

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