August Backpack Drive

Support Filling in the Blanks this August by donating a new, full-size backpack. Bring your donation to church or drop off one—or three or five!—in Smith Hall anytime during the month of August. To learn more, contact Marianna Kilbride at marianna@godsacre.org.

In 2026, Filling in the Blanks (FITB) continues its mission to fight childhood food insecurity by providing children in need with reliable access to nutritious food on the weekends. What began as a small organization feeding 50 children in one school has grown into a robust program serving over 10,000 children across 203 sites throughout Fairfield, Putnam, and Westchester Counties every weekend.

Through our signature Weekend Meal Bag Program, FITB distributes bags filled with healthy, easy-to-prepare food to children who may otherwise go without meals when school is not in session. In addition, our Fresh Food on the Move mobile pantry delivers fresh produce, dairy, proteins, and pantry staples directly into underserved communities in Norwalk, Stamford, Bridgeport, and now Danbury. The mobile pantry also partners with local organizations to provide wraparound services, including healthcare resources, and financial literacy information, family support, and more.

This year, FITB expects to deliver over 1.3 million meals to children and distribute over 1 million pounds of fresh food to families experiencing food insecurity. This work is made possible through the generosity of community partners, volunteers, corporate supporters, schools, and faith-based organizations like The Congregational Church of New Canaan, which dedicates their time and resources to help neighbors in need. Together, we are creating healthier communities and brighter futures for children and families facing food insecurity.