The Backpack Ministry was established nationally to ensure that children facing food insecurity have access to reliable meals over the weekend when school meals are unavailable. In Southwest Arkansas, Harvest Texarkana serves as the primary food provider for these programs. Local sponsors contribute financially to allow individual schools to participate. At each participating school, a designated coordinator identifies students in need and discreetly places food items into their backpacks each week.

Schools within the Texarkana area are fortunate to have a strong base of sponsors who regularly give to Harvest Texarkana. However, schools in surrounding communities often struggle to secure the same level of support. Each year, Christ Church provides funding so that both Fouke and Genoa Elementary Schools can participate in the Backpack program. These contributions are made possible through the efforts of our various church groups who host fundraising events throughout the year.

If you would like to support the Backpack programs sponsored by Christ Church, please contact our church secretary, Mary Jansen, at 870‑774‑4091.