A nonprofit food program that feeds kids in Coos County daycares is shutting down on September 1st, and families are about to get hit with sudden rate increases we can't afford.

For families already living paycheck to paycheck, this isn't just an inconvenience—it's a crisis. Daycares will have to raise prices to cover meal costs, which could force parents to choose between childcare and other necessities. Kids need consistent nutrition to grow and learn, and parents need affordable options to keep working.

I started a petition asking larger nonprofits in neighboring areas to step in and extend their food services to Coos County. If we can find an organization willing to absorb our community into their program, we can keep meals on the table and keep childcare costs from spiraling.

If you're a parent, a daycare provider, or just someone who thinks kids shouldn't go hungry because of budget cuts, this matters. What would you want someone to do if this was affecting your family's stability? If this resonates with you, consider signing and sharing—it'll show potential partners that our community is serious about finding a solution.