As the historic statewide teacher walkout began last Thursday, East Valley nonprofits and educators rallied behind a simple concept – that no child should go hungry because schools are suddenly closed.
A coalition of teachers, school districts, cities and food banks launched a crazy-quilt of efforts to feed hundreds of children whose families are so poor that their only source of nutritious meals are federally funded free and reduced-price breakfasts and lunch.
For other kids with working parents, districts and volunteers also rallied to offer places and supervision during the day.
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