Point schools launch ‘Money For Meals’ donation program

By Patrick Lynn

A new donation program launched by the Stevens Point Area Public School District will raise funds for students’ unpaid meal balances.

The district has seen the number of families who qualify for free and reduced lunch rise to 38 percent while also seeing unpaid meal balances rise to $13,000, according to Sarah O’Donnell, the district’s communication director.

“Ensuring that all students have access to nutritious meals is a critical part of supporting their overall well-being and ability to learn,” said Superintendent Cory Hirsbrunner. “We are grateful for any support that our community can provide to help us cover these unpaid meal balances and ensure that no student goes hungry.”

To make a donation to the “Money for Meals” campaign, go to www.PointSchools.net.

For more information about the campaign or to learn about other ways to get involved, contact Thomas Owens at (715) 345-5432 or Michael Kurtz at (715) 345-5428.