The Bridge the Gap Project is a collaborative initiative of the Hunger Free Coalition of Brazoria County designed to provide food assistance to students during extended school breakswhen school-based meal programs are unavailable. when school-based meal programs are unavailable. Working in partnership with local school districts, food pantries, businesses, and community organizations, the project helps ensure that children continue to have access to nutritious food during times when they are most vulnerable to hunger.
Packing parties bring together coalition members, community members and volunteers to "pack" reusable shopping bags with measured amounts of ready to eat food. School personnel then pick up the bags to distribute to students before the extended break. A theme is used along with providing a meal before the packing party.
he Hunger Free Summit is an annual community gathering hosted by the Hunger Free Coalition of Brazoria County that brings together organizations, businesses, schools, faith-based groups, healthcare providers, government agencies, and community members committed to addressing food insecurity. The summit serves as a platform for learning, collaboration, and action, creating opportunities for participants to share resources, identify challenges, and develop innovative solutions that improve access to healthy food throughout Brazoria County.