"Starfish Pack plays an important role in contributing to the long-term health of children and families by enhancing nutrition and access to health food."

“We had no idea that this type of support is available through the school. Often sometimes, families are scared or nervous to ask for help and that was us. Being a part of the program for the last two years has been positive for our whole family.”

"I like that the food goes directly to families and children. I also appreciate that this program provides a community-driven solution to the fact that hunger is not just a 9-5 issue."

"Starfishpack's a great opportunity to build connections with families in need, as Seeds of Change Surrey explores other ways to help neighborhoods become more food secure"

“As a teacher, you want to see all your students with smiling faces and ready to learn on when they come in on Monday mornings, however I know that it’s not always the case as some students faces challenges in their home lives that do not allow for them to access healthy and nutritious foods on the weekend. Having the weekend food program at our school is so important as it helps set students up for success in the classroom."

"Children and families in Surrey need the support that the Starfish Pack each weekend can provide: For children - a chance to be sufficiently nourished on weekends. When they return to school on Monday they can put their attention to learning, rather than to hungry "tummies" For families - less worry about supplying healthy food for their children"

"I first heard about the Starfish Pack project at a Rotary conference where a fellow Rotarian made his presentation. I know firsthand from my time as a police officer that poverty is a very big issue in the lower mainland but to see it through the eyes of a child was a real eye opener for me. The Starfish Pack project seems a perfect way to bring awareness to the issue and to help one child at a time. I am so excited to be involved in bringing this project to Surrey and to see it spending in BC and elsewhere."

"Too often do we get caught up in worldwide issues when we speak of poverty and hunger. We think of children starving in far-off, war-torn countries, not realizing that they are also starving just blocks from where we live. The Starfish Pack program in Surrey may be small for now, but it is tangible and sustainable - a real start to ending hunger, one home at a time."

“The weekend food program has helped address a critical need for so many families in our school. Countless times throughout the year, I get parents who mention how much of a relief it is for their family to not worry about how or where their next meal will come from on the weekends. To all of the donors and volunteers that make this program possible I want to say thank you on behalf of all of those that you support.”