Hunger in America

It is unacceptable in a nation as bountiful as ours that children, adults, and senior citizens experience food insecurity that puts their physical, mental and developmental health at risk.

In 2005, nearly 12.6 million Americans (11% of households) were food insecure or hungry.

Faced with low wages and rising housing, utility, and health care costs, low-income households may cut meals or buy less nutritious, cheaper food to make ends meet.

We can make a difference

Read more about the following programs that can help the millions of hungry Americans:

• Food Stamp Program 
• Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
• Commodity and Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
• The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)