Abbotsford nonprofit seeks donations for kids’ summer food program

ABBOTSFORD — An Abbotsford nonprofit is asking for the community’s help in feeding local children ahead of their summer vacation.

Archway Community Services’ Summer Starfish Program is an initiative that helps kids get reliable food through the summer months, when they lose access to school meals.

“For many families, school meal programs are a lifeline,” said Rebecca Thuro, manager of Food Security at Archway. “When those programs pause for the summer, it can leave a significant gap. The Summer Starfish program helps ensure children don’t have to go hungry during that time.”

Each pack from the program is handed out biweekly until the fall semester and contains nutritious foods such as cereal, canned protein, soups, and more.