OMES participates in Boosterthon National Giveback Day

​Parents, teachers and staff joined together at Oak Mountain Elementary School to make 5,000 meals May 20 as part of the Boosterthon National Giveback Day. More than 160,000 meals were made across the country in 22 cities for families in need.

This was part of Boosterthon’s annual giveback initiative called “A Million Students Strong,” which celebrated the collective impact of more than 1 million students across the country by donating to food banks in local communities. 

Throughout the academic year, every time a class reached $30 per lap in its Boosterthon Fun Run, Boosterthon pledged to provide three meals to local individuals in need, with the goal of providing 160,000 meals across the country and raising awareness about hunger inU.S. communities. 

“Part of Boosterthon’s mission is to help make every city thrive,” said Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Boosterthon. “That’s why we couldn’t be more excited to join arms with students, parents, teachers and school leadership to pack meals that will go directly to kids and families in the cities we live in and serve. Not only are we strengthening our cities, but we are strengthening each other in the process.” 

This was the first time so many packaging events took place in so many cities, said outreach founder Floyd Hammer. 

“We were so pleased to collaborate with Boosterthon to engage volunteers in fun events that feed hungry people in their communities. We were honored to be included and a part of this giveback day and want to thank Boosterthon and all of the students nationwide who ran thousands of laps to raise money for these meals. We appreciate their compassion and desire to make a difference,” Hammer said.

Boosterthon raises funds for schools across America while offering students a fitness, leadership and character education program. Throughout its 16-year history, Boosterthon has raised more than $155 million for schools. For more information about the “A Million Students Strong” event, visit facebook.com/Boosterthon.

– Submitted by Hannah Kersh.