{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How One Man\u2019s Mission Fed 200,000+ Kids with Tom Cottar","description":" How One Man\u2019s Mission Fed 200,000+ Kids with Tom Cottar EP | 191 In this episode of Life\u2019s Checkmark, I sit down with Tom Cottar, the heart behind Backpack Friends, a grassroots effort that\u2019s provided food security for over 200,000 kids in Texas. We talk about Tom\u2019s personal childhood as one of \u201cthose kids\u201d in need, the challenges and mistakes along the way, and how something small grew into a movement that fills not only bellies, but lives. Tom shares practical advice, the huge impact that simple actions make, and stories guaranteed to move you. Whether you're looking to serve your neighborhood or start building a bigger purpose, this episode will encourage you to step up, figure it out, and trust the gifts only you can bring. 5 Key Takeaways: Real numbers behind childhood hunger in our own neighborhoods Why "just saying yes" is the key to starting anything meaningful Simple steps to launch a local impact project The ripple effect of helping even one child How to keep going when things feel overwhelming Connect with Tom Cottar: Website: https:\/\/www.backpackfriends.com Podcaster's Hub: https:\/\/www.skool.com\/lifes-checkmark-1714\/about Life\u2019s Checkmark Podcast Apple: https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/lifes-checkmark-real-journeys-inspiration-motivation\/id1655532499 Spotify: https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/1RzjiymntY8HvP42EAcdjz?si=a7ccc512bd264ef7  ","author_name":"Life\u2019s Checkmark: Life Stories for Personal Growth and Self-Improvement","author_url":"https:\/\/www.lifescheckmark.com","html":"