Together, We Can Restore Hope

Providing Essentials for the Less Fortunate in Bradenton, Florida

Join Us in Making a Difference

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Together, We Can Restore Hope

Providing Essentials for the Less Fortunate in Bradenton, Florida

Join Us in Making a Difference

Donate Now

About The Blessing Bags Project

We are dedicated to supporting the homeless and less fortunate in Bradenton, Florida by providing essential items to restore hope and dignity in their lives. Every donation directly benefits our local community, ensuring that those in need receive the critical support they deserve to thrive and regain their independence.

Our Mission in Action

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How it all Began

Feeding our downtown family on Christmas Day in Turning Points parking lot 2012.

Strategic Partners

A Message from The President

Every day in Manatee County, there are people facing impossible choices. Do they eat today, or do they save those last few dollars for something else they desperately need? This is why The Blessing Bags Project exists. We’re here to meet people exactly where they are and remind them they matter.

Our partnerships with local agencies allow us to reach more neighbors than ever, and food insecurity has become our most urgent focus. One of the ways we support the community is through our weekly hot breakfast in Downtown Bradenton. Every Thursday morning, more than 100 people start their day with a warm meal, a friendly face, and a moment of dignity. It’s simple, but it makes a real difference.

The need is growing, but so is our commitment. And with the help of donors and community partners, we can continue showing up for the people who need it most.

Thank you for believing in this mission and for standing with us as we restore hope — one bag, one meal, and one connection at a time.

Betsy Plante
President, The Blessing Bags Project