I live in Arlington, Virginia. It’s a place that's rich in diversity, food, and greenery. It’s also affected by food insecurity, with more than 23,000 people (nearly 10% of the population) not having access to enough food for an active, healthy life. These are just some of the eye-opening facts released this week as part of Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap Study (https://lnkd.in/ep7JimvB) —an annual, comprehensive view of how food insecurity varies across the U.S. As the only national study to provide county-level estimates of food insecurity and food costs, this study is a powerful tool for all of us to use to better understand hunger in our communities. It shows that food insecurity exists in every county, parish and congressional district in this nation, but it isn’t experienced equally. Food insecurity levels vary across regions, influenced by factors like unemployment and poverty rates as well as policies and practices rooted in history that continue to hold people back today. I encourage you to learn about the impact of hunger in your community. Spark conversations around the systemic factors that drive food insecurity then join the movement to end hunger (https://lnkd.in/enR6y7VC). Help us create a future where we all have access to the food and resources we need to thrive. #EndHunger
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The hunger rate is rising in Georgia. Findings from Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap latest study shows that in 2022 📊🍎 1 in 5 children in Georgia experienced food insecurity—a 5% increase over the previous year. Statewide, 1 in 8 Georgians face food insecurity—that equates to more than ONE MILLION neighbors. In total, 1,426,880 individuals in Georgia were estimated to be food insecure in 2022. Together, we can change this. Visit https://lnkd.in/ehTE8Qy4 to learn how food insecurity impacts your community. Get involved with local efforts to combat hunger and support our communities. Visit FeedingGeorgia.com to find your local food bank and learn how you can help provide nutritious meals to those in need. #EndHunger #FoodInsecurity #GeorgiaCares #FeedTheFuture 🍽️❤️
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Food insecurity affects every community in the U.S. Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap study is a powerful tool to understand local impact and take action. We can leverage this data to address factors impacting food insecurity in Alabama and unite to ensure everyone has access to the food and resources we all need to thrive. 📍Food insecurity impacts communities in every county, parish, and congressional district in the U.S 📍8 out of 10 high food insecurity counties are in the South, indicating regional disparities. 📍Rural counties disproportionately experience high levels of food insecurity compared to urban areas. Visit https://lnkd.in/ehTE8Qy4 to learn how food insecurity impacts your community. For information about the Heart of Alabama Food Bank and how to help end hunger in our community, visit hafb.org #EndHunger #FeedingHopebyFightingHunger #HeartofAlabamaFoodBank
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Job loss can quickly lead to food insecurity. Understand the impact and learn how you can take action to help those in need.
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Child food insecurity often increases over the summer, when school is out. In our blog, we talk about how case management can help alleviate child hunger and bring meals to kids who need them outside the school year. #casemanagement #childhunger https://hubs.li/Q02D0q_Z0
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📢 Did you know 1 in 6 children in America faces food insecurity? 🍽️ Our latest blog post reveals the harsh realities and explores solutions to this hidden crisis. Together, we can create a brighter future for our kids. 🌟 Read more here..👇 #FeedAmerica #ChildFoodInsecurity #EndHunger #SupportOurKids
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Letter: Higher prices are driving hunger in America. You can help.
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The Greater Boston Food Bank understands that tackling food insecurity and its root causes means listening to those who have experienced it firsthand. And with 1 in 3 people reporting household food insecurity in the past year—a persistent statistic since pre-COVID—ongoing solutions are still needed. That’s why we’re proud to announce the release of our fourth annual statewide report, which focuses on lived experience and community-based solutions to address hunger in Massachusetts. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/edqd_Gks. #FeedingEasternMA #EndHungerHere #FoodInsecurity
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