Back-to-School Countdown: Less than a Month to Fueling the Future!

Can you believe it? In just a few weeks, thousands of students across Halton will be walking back into classrooms — and thanks to your support, they'll be greeted with a nutritious start to their school day.

At Halton Food for Thought, we know student success starts with student nutrition. Even though school’s out for summer, our team is working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready for September.

What We’re Working on For This Year:

• Reviewing our current programs

• Recruiting new volunteers and coordinators

• Meeting with school partners to plan for new programs

• Reviewing menus to ensure nutritious, student-friendly choices

• Onboarding of new schools on our waitlist

• Welcoming new donors and community champions

"Summer is our time to regroup, reflect and re-energize. Everything we do now sets the tone for a successful school year.  We know that this year is going to be another challenging year as food costs continue to rise, and our team and school partners are preparing to ensure our students are not impacted by this," Aliya Khawari, Halton Food for Thought Executive Director said while looking to the 2025/26 school year. “We are grateful for everyone who plays a role in the success of our programs and look forward to the 2025/26 school year.”

How You Can Help Fuel This School Year:

• Become a Monthly Donor – your support carries us through the school year

• Volunteer – help us bring breakfast to students across Halton. Reach out and let us know which area of Halton you want to get involved in.  

• Spread the Word – tell friends, neighbours, and colleagues about our mission – together we can Fuel the Future!

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