Childhood Hunger
Hunger is a reality for children in America
By the end of the year, more than 12 million children in America will worry about having the food they need.
Why You Should Get Involved
Why is hunger affecting more people in our country than ever before?
- 500,000 more children live in poverty now than a year ago.
- The highest unemployment levels in two decades mean that millions of Americans now rely on local food banks and pantries.
- More than 30 million Americans participate in federal nutritional assistance programs - the highest participation level in 40 years. The average benefit per person is $1.12.
