We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the Love A Kid Luncheon. This special event gave the Brevard County community the opportunity to see firsthand the meaningful impact of The Children’s Hunger Project and our mission to serve Brevard’s most vulnerable children.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors and supporters, this year’s luncheon raised more than $100,000 in total revenue. Sponsors contributed $77,500, helping the event achieve a net income of $92,000 to support local children facing hunger.

At its core, TCHP is dedicated to ensuring elementary school students have access to nutritious food on weekends and during school breaks. Today, our team works tirelessly to provide food packages to over 4,800 students in 60 local elementary schools, helping ensure that children are fed when school meals are unavailable.

For more than 15 years, The Children’s Hunger Project has remained steadfast in its commitment to fighting childhood hunger. Thank you for standing with us and making a lasting difference in the lives of these children.

Event Highlights

David Dischler, Vice Chair of the Board for The Children’s Hunger Project, opened the event by thanking our generous host and sponsors. Father John Britto, Pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church, offered the blessing. He and the church’s community and staff graciously hosted the luncheon.

We are especially grateful to Kathy Chamblin, whose generous $10,000 Title Sponsorship helped make the event possible.

$5,000 Everlasting Love Sponsors:
Bank of America; Bill & Karen Slover Charitable Fund; Florida Blue / Florida Health Care Plans; L3Harris; Orlando Health; Southeast Petro.

$2,500 True Love Sponsors:
Andor; AR Aesthetics; BP; Guardian Manufacturing; Health First; PerfectServe; Roper Plumbing; Thrifty Produce (Palm Bay & Rockledge); Truist; WM.

$1,500 Dessert Sponsor:
Karen Montás, Montás Turner, P.A., with the Melbourne High School Culinary Arts Program.

$1,000 Puppy Love Sponsors:
Canopy Specialist LLC; Chevron; Exxon Mobil; Florida City Gas; Launch Credit Union; Mike Erdman Toyota; Shell; Plumbing Masters; Prime One Insurance; Sandy Michelson / Zonta Club & Brownie Master; Sharon & Dan Hoats.

Centerpiece Sponsor:
Shana Marshall.

We also recognized several elected officials who joined us, including Brevard School Board members Gene Trent, John Thomas, Matt Susin, and Katye Campbell, along with Circuit Judges Kathy Speicher and Jigisa Dookhoo. TCHP board members, advisory board members, and staff were also acknowledged for their dedication.

A special highlight of the event was a performance by the Coquina Elementary School Choir. Currently, 161 Titusville students at Coquina Elementary receive weekend food packages every Friday through our program.

During the program, a panel shared how TCHP is making a difference in local schools, including:

  • Kori Story, Principal of Coquina Elementary School
  • Jackie Small, Counselor at Oak Park Elementary School
  • Oak Park Elementary School Safety Patrol students: Jonathan, Journey, Travis, River, and Jada

The event concluded with Executive Director Cheryl Cominsky presenting highlights from TCHP’s 2025 Impact Report, showcasing the growing reach and impact of the program across Brevard County.

Cheryl’s message: “Fifteen years ago, The Children’s Hunger Project began with a simple goal and a very small reach, serving just 27 children who needed food on weekends. Today, because of the commitment and generosity of our supporters, that number has grown to 4,800 children receiving weekend food packs. And the impact goes far beyond the meals themselves. Ninety-two percent of parents report seeing improvements in their child’s overall well-being, and that same percentage report noticeable improvements in school performance after their child began receiving weekend food support. These outcomes remind us that when children have consistent access to food, they are healthier, more confident, and better prepared to learn — and that together, we are creating lasting change in their lives.

Our organization continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to financial integrity and transparency. Of every dollar spent, 86 cents directly supported feeding Brevard children, while 12 cents covered administrative costs and just 2 cents were allocated to fundraising. Our income came from a diverse range of sources, led by individuals and public contributions at 39%, followed by corporate support at 21%, grants and foundations at 15%, fundraising activities at 11%, faith community contributions at 8%, interest and gains at 4%, and in-kind donations at 2%. This balanced financial structure ensures that the vast majority of resources are directed toward fulfilling our mission while maintaining responsible operations

Our community continues to step up in meaningful ways, and that commitment is evident in the growing number of food drives and events held throughout the year. These efforts not only help fill weekend food packs but also demonstrate the deep investment our neighbors have in ensuring no child goes hungry. At the heart of it all are our volunteers, who remain the cornerstone of our organization. The sheer number of volunteers and the countless hours they contribute reflect a community that is not only generous, but actively engaged in creating lasting impact for the children we serve.

The success of our program is clearly illustrated by the distribution of more than 200,000 food packs, each one representing a weekend of nourishment for a child in need. Beyond the numbers, the true measure of impact is reflected in the feedback we receive from teachers and parents, who consistently report improvements in students’ well-being, focus, and readiness to learn. Together, these outcomes affirm that the program is not only reaching children at scale, but also making a meaningful difference in their daily lives.

I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported this mission — our donors, volunteers, partners, and community members. Everything we have accomplished is possible because of your generosity and belief in this work. As the need continues, we ask that you remain alongside us, continuing to support our efforts so that together we can ensure more children are nourished, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.”