On behalf of Meadows of Dan Elementary School Backpack Program, I extend heart felt gratitude to all who have made monetary donations and given of their time and energy to keep at risk students supplied with nutritious, tasty weekend meals. This outreach would not be possible without your concern for the wellbeing of the children in our community. We begin sending home packages of food the very first week of school and additional food will be ordered in early July of this year and again In January of 2027. The price of groceries and necessities continue to escalate making it difficult for single parents and even couples to feed, clothe and house their children. Thank you for being a part of the MODE’S Backpack program. Your tremendous generosity is appreciated more than you will ever know.
The board members and volunteers are excited to report we continue to work with Mrs. Rozina Turnerprincipal of Meadows of Dan Elementary School, Mrs. Lisa Stone-school nurse, and the staff during the 2026-27 school year to help ensure the health and safety of our children. Once again, thank you to all who assist in making the Backpack Program a success!
If you would like to donate to the MODE’S Backpack Program, you may simply go to the Skyline Community Bank’s drive-in window in Meadows of Dan, located across the road from the Family Dollar Store at the intersection of Willis Road and Jeb Stuart Highway. Let the teller know you would like to donate to the Meadows of Dan Backpack Program, and they will deposit your gift directly into the Backpack checking account. Or you may mail your gift to Tammy Franklin, 7206 Squirrel Spur Road, Meadows of Dan, VA, 24120. Should you have any questions, you may call Franklin at 276-728-8235.
Tammy Franklin, President
Meadows of Dan Backpack Program
