The Cobb Schools Foundation and Cobb County School District (CCSD) are proud to announce a new partnership with the Center for Family Resources (CFR) to support families in need by providing nonperishable food boxes ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. This collaboration aligns with CFR’s annual Thanks-for-Giving campaign, which delivers thousands of meals to families across the community. 

“We are incredibly grateful for this partnership with CFR, which amplifies our shared mission of ensuring that every student and family in Cobb is supported in meaningful ways,” said Cobb Schools Superintendent Chris Ragsdale. “This initiative allows us to help families put food on the table during a critical time of year, and we couldn’t be more proud to work alongside CFR.” 

The Cobb County School District reports approximately 2,000 homeless students each year, with over 40,000 families qualifying for free or reduced lunch. These families are scattered throughout our schools, with 100% of our schools reporting at least one or more homeless students. 

“The Cobb Schools Foundation is committed to enriching the lives of our students and families. This partnership undoubtedly is taking student success to new heights. Schools are limited in resources that support families in need, and partnerships can fill the needs of our families far greater than school staff can," added Cobb Schools Foundation Executive Director Felicia Wagner.

The food distribution will take place on November 13th and 14th, with schools and volunteers working together to ensure the food reaches families promptly. 

To learn more about the Center for Family Resources and their annual Thanks-for-Giving campaign, visit https://thecfr.org. To learn how to help the Cobb Schools Foundation take student success to new heights, visit the Cobb Schools Foundation website. 

About the Cobb Schools Foundation: The Cobb Schools Foundation is the nonprofit arm of the Cobb County School District, dedicated to fostering student success and enriching educational experiences across the district. 

About the Center for Family Resources (CFR): The Center for Family Resources is a nonprofit organization committed to preventing homelessness and supporting families in need throughout Cobb County.