Weekend Bag Program

April 30, 2026

Food insecurity is a reality many families face every single day, and for children who rely on school meals, weekends can be especially difficult. That’s where one Sussex County organization is making a major difference, helping ensure students have access to meals, hygiene products, and support when school is out. Magdalen Costello, President of The Weekend Bag Program, and Dawn Costello, Secretary of The Weekend Bag Program and proud mom, join the show to talk about how this grassroots effort, started by three sisters, has grown into a community-wide mission serving families across New Jersey.

About the Author

Sean Thrunk
Producer

Sean Thrunk is an award-winning multi-media journalist and graduate of Montclair State University.
He serves as ONNJ’s main editor and as a news producer for ONNJ Mornings with Ken Rosato!