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Chick-fil-A Leader Academy Students Pack 3,000 Grocery Kits During Holiday Season
Dec. 11, 2024
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How 100+ community-minded middle school students are making a tangible impact in Sunnyvale, California
In mid-November 2024, more than 200 community-minded middle school students from The King’s Academy’s came together with dozens of teachers and parents to pack grocery and hygiene bags to be distributed to those in need within their community. The event was the culmination of a pilot program bringing Chick-fil-A® Leader Academy to middle school students.
Teaching Valuable Leadership Skills to Students
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a national leadership program that focuses on impact through action. Through a combination of leadership training, community engagement and hands-on service projects, participants in Chick-fil-A Leader Academy are equipped to become servant leaders within their communities.
Since launching in 2013, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has grown to involve more than 2,000 schools throughout the U.S., collectively reaching over 200,000 students.
How 100+ community-minded middle school students are making a tangible impact in Sunnyvale, California
In mid-November 2024, more than 200 community-minded middle school students from The King’s Academy’s came together with dozens of teachers and parents to pack grocery and hygiene bags to be distributed to those in need within their community. The event was the culmination of a pilot program bringing Chick-fil-A® Leader Academy to middle school students.
Teaching Valuable Leadership Skills to Students
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a national leadership program that focuses on impact through action. Through a combination of leadership training, community engagement and hands-on service projects, participants in Chick-fil-A Leader Academy are equipped to become servant leaders within their communities.
Since launching in 2013, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has grown to involve more than 2,000 schools throughout the U.S., collectively reaching over 200,000 students.
New Program Piloting in Middle Schools
After 10 years of serving high schools, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is now exploring the possibility of expanding access to middle schools. Chick-fil-A restaurants invited 45 middle schools across 16 states to participate in an inaugural pilot program this school year.
Over the course of the semester, students explored the G.I.V.E.S. approach to leadership: Gratitude, Integrity, Vision, Empathy and Service.
This packing event – which was executed in partnership with Convoy of Hope - marks the first time middle school Chick-fil-A Leader Academy participants engaged in a service project of this scale, aiming to create a memorable experience that instilled the importance of giving back.
New Program Piloting in Middle Schools
After 10 years of serving high schools, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is now exploring the possibility of expanding access to middle schools. Chick-fil-A restaurants invited 45 middle schools across 16 states to participate in an inaugural pilot program this school year.
Over the course of the semester, students explored the G.I.V.E.S. approach to leadership: Gratitude, Integrity, Vision, Empathy and Service.
This packing event – which was executed in partnership with Convoy of Hope - marks the first time middle school Chick-fil-A Leader Academy participants engaged in a service project of this scale, aiming to create a memorable experience that instilled the importance of giving back.
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Arnold Chong, local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Sunnyvale, sponsored the program at The King’s Academy because he understands the tangible impact it creates in his local community.
“This packing event was an incredible opportunity for these young leaders to see how their efforts can make a real impact in their own neighborhood,” said Arnold. “Our goal was not just to pack grocery and cleaning kits, but to show these students that their actions matter. Our hope is that by participating in this activation, these students will be inspired to continue giving back to their communities for years to come.”
The packed bags assembled during the event will provide crucial support for families facing food insecurity and other challenges, offering both nourishment and essential care items during the holiday season. Packed bags included shelf-stable items, such as cereal, beans, canned goods and pasta, as well as paper towels, disinfectant wipes, all-purpose cleaner and more. The items will be distributed to families in the local community through six local nonprofits: Sunnyvale Community Services, Downtown Streets Team, Cops Care Cancer Foundation, Martha's Kitchen, West Valley Community Services and CityTeam San Jose.
About Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope, an international humanitarian organization, focuses on alleviating poverty and hunger through disaster relief, community events, outreach programs and more. By partnering with local businesses, churches and schools, Convoy of Hope works to bring hope and practical support to those in need.
This event highlighted the power of young leaders coming together to make a difference in their community. By coming together to serve others, they gained more than just leadership skills—they experienced the true spirit of community, setting a strong foundation for a future of positive change in their communities.
To learn more about Chick-fil-A Leader Academy or learn how you can get involved, visit chickfilaleaderacademy.com.
Arnold Chong, local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Sunnyvale, sponsored the program at The King’s Academy because he understands the tangible impact it creates in his local community.
“This packing event was an incredible opportunity for these young leaders to see how their efforts can make a real impact in their own neighborhood,” said Arnold. “Our goal was not just to pack grocery and cleaning kits, but to show these students that their actions matter. Our hope is that by participating in this activation, these students will be inspired to continue giving back to their communities for years to come.”
The packed bags assembled during the event will provide crucial support for families facing food insecurity and other challenges, offering both nourishment and essential care items during the holiday season. Packed bags included shelf-stable items, such as cereal, beans, canned goods and pasta, as well as paper towels, disinfectant wipes, all-purpose cleaner and more. The items will be distributed to families in the local community through six local nonprofits: Sunnyvale Community Services, Downtown Streets Team, Cops Care Cancer Foundation, Martha's Kitchen, West Valley Community Services and CityTeam San Jose.
About Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope, an international humanitarian organization, focuses on alleviating poverty and hunger through disaster relief, community events, outreach programs and more. By partnering with local businesses, churches and schools, Convoy of Hope works to bring hope and practical support to those in need.
This event highlighted the power of young leaders coming together to make a difference in their community. By coming together to serve others, they gained more than just leadership skills—they experienced the true spirit of community, setting a strong foundation for a future of positive change in their communities.
To learn more about Chick-fil-A Leader Academy or learn how you can get involved, visit chickfilaleaderacademy.com.
