Each week on “Making a Difference,” our host, Wayne Veldsman, interviews people making a difference in their community. Today, Wayne had the pleasure of talking with June Everett from Backpack Society.
Backpack Society is a nonprofit with a mission to remove food insecurity as a obstacle for children so they can grow, learn, and thrive.
To learn more, check out https://www.backpacksociety.org/.
How did you get started in your field or work?: Career burnout pushed me to focus on what was really important to me.
How does your company inspire others?: We help kids not worry about where their next meal is going to come from and instead focus on the important things, like being a kid.
What are your biggest goals in the next 6 to 12 Months for your business?: Expand our programs to reach even more students.