Image: United Way BC / A new program is launching this fall to support families in Hope and Mission through the back to school season.

By Alyssa Conti

FALL FOOD PROGRAM

New program launching this fall for children in Hope and Mission

Aug 24, 2025 | 11:56 AM

HOPE — United Way BC is launching a new program this fall to support rural families in the Fraser Valley through the back-to-school season.

The latest BC Child Poverty Report Card shows nearly 17 per cent of kids in the Fraser Valley have been living in poverty.

School’s Out programs are looking to offer kids aged 6 to 12 opportunities for mental and physical wellness, social and academic enrichment, and healthy snacks during key after-school hours.

“The School’s Out program offers kids a safe space, caring adults, and opportunities to grow,” said Trisha Dulku, strategic initiatives manager at United Way BC.

“For many, it also means a healthy meal they might not otherwise get. With rising costs and limited resources, more children are hungry. This program ensures they leave nourished, supported, and ready to thrive.”

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The programs are facilitated by Chawathil First Nation and School District No. 75, building on programs in Abbotsford and other communities across the Lower Mainland.