BUHLER, Kan. — With the holiday season approaching and many families feeling the effects of rising costs and reduced benefits, Buhler USD 313 is stepping up to support its school community through a new charitable initiative.
Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 4, Buhler Schools will collect “Meal in a Bag” donations to help provide food support for families facing financial strain. The district is encouraging families and community members who are able to contribute to donate a complete meal kit, which includes simple, shelf-stable ingredients for a family dinner. Examples and suggested ingredients are available at this link.
“We know that many individuals and families in our school community are feeling the strain of rising costs, reduced benefits, and the upcoming holiday season,” Superintendent Cindy Couchman said in a facebook post. “During times like these, the strength of our Buhler community truly shines when we come together to care for one another.”
Donations can be dropped off at any Buhler school, the district office, or sent with students through Thanksgiving break. The collected meal kits will be distributed to families who have requested assistance through a confidential internal survey.
The program also connects families in need with additional food resources and local support services listed in the district’s online materials.
“We are so grateful for every family and neighbor who chooses to give,” Couchman said. “Thank you for embodying what it means to be part of the Buhler family—a community that cares deeply for one another.”