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Your support helps us provide teens with the fuel they need to get through busy school days, after-school hours, and active lives.
There are two meaningful ways to give:
Donate Snacks
We’re looking for:
Protein bars (nut-free preferred)
Whole-grain snack bars or crackers
Shelf-stable protein snacks (seed-based, legumes, etc.)
Dried fruit or fruit snacks with low added sugar
Other nutritious, filling snacks suitable for teens
Please ensure all donated snacks are unopened, unexpired, and shelf-stable.
Donate Funds
Financial donations allow us to purchase snacks and supplies when donations are limited and help us keep our program consistent and sustainable.
Your monetary support helps cover:
Nutritious snack purchases
Packing supplies (bags, storage, transport)
Program and distribution costs
Why give?
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Make A Difference
Your donation helps create real, measurable change in the lives of those we serve.
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Support A Cause You Love
Give back to something that aligns with your values and passions.
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Be Part of A Solution
Join a community of people working together to address important issues.
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Create Lasting Impact
Your contribution helps build long-term solutions, not just quick fixes.
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Fund Grassroots Work
Support local, hands-on efforts that make a difference where it matters most.
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Inspire Others
Your generosity can motivate friends, family, and colleagues to do the same.
Volunteer with us
Help us pack, sort, and share snacks for teens in our community. Volunteering is easy, meaningful, and a great way to give back.
The Youth Nourishment Project is a nonprofit corporation and has applied for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
Every donation—whether snacks or funds—helps ensure teens in our community have the fuel they need to grow, focus, and thrive.
Thank you for supporting our mission!
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re always happy to connect. Email us anytime at info@youthnourishmentproject.org.
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We’re a nonprofit corporation and are currently applying for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. While our application is in progress, donations go directly toward supporting our mission. Once approved, eligible donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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Your donation helps us provide weekly snack bags for teens. Funds are used to purchase nutritious, shelf-stable snacks, packing supplies, and to support distribution through our local food pantry partners.
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Yes! We love having people get involved. Volunteers help with monthly packing events, snack drives, and community outreach. Whether you’re an individual, school, team, or group, there’s a way to help. Connect with us through our Contact page, or email us at info@youthnourishmentproject.org.
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Yes! We gladly accept in-kind donations, including teen-appropriate, shelf-stable snacks. All donated items must be unopened and unexpired. If you’re unsure about an item, just reach out—we’re happy to help.