Copied: Take two children. One grows up in a home where dinner is always on the table, where there’s a quiet space to do homework, where books line the shelves, and where bedtime stories teach new words every night. Another child wakes up to an eviction notice taped to the door, spends hours in a crowded apartment with no place to study, and learns quickly that asking for a snack might get him snapped at—because food is running low again. Both children walk into the same classroom. One is ready to learn. The other is ready to survive. This copied statement is just ONE more reason Backpack Buddies exists across the country and in Poplarville. (fb)

Today was a busy day at Backpack. Packing a double supply of food for our buddies to have over Spring Break takes more food and more volunteers. Madison Davis, Jasey Graves and Juliana Sweet jumped in to help. We also sent hygiene kits to the high school and middle school. Making a difference week after week. Thank you for your support. #communitysupport #believeandachieve (fb)