Feeding Louisiana’s Post

According to the latest report from Feeding America, 13.4% of Southeast Nebraskans are experiencing food insecurity. This staggering number means 64,510 neighbors—including 20,320 kids—may not know where their next meal will come from. This new data from the Map the Meal Gap 2024 study reveals a 34% increase in food insecurity in Southeast Nebraska from the year prior, highlighting the growing demand for food assistance and the importance of community support. For more information on food insecurity in Southeast Nebraska and other places, visit: https://lnkd.in/gWuwVMh

Feeding America recently released our Map the Meal Gap Study—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. Some of the highest food insecurity exists right here in South Florida. This reality propels the mission and work that we do at Feeding South Florida®. Learn more about the results of the study here https://lnkd.in/eE_fB7im If you'd like to become a part of the solution in collaboration with Feeding South Florida, please contact me: avaulx@feedingsouthflorida.org or 954-518-1818.

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

Now is the time to take action! 📢 We're calling on everyone to advocate for a stronger, more inclusive #FarmBill that helps end hunger and supports our most vulnerable communities. By passing a strong Farm Bill, we can ensure access to nutritious food for those who need it most. Join us in urging Congress to make ending hunger a priority: https://ow.ly/XPnF50Tlqmu

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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

After multiple days of sweltering heat and no power, many Houstonians were left with spoiled food in their refrigerators. Replacing food can be a hefty financial burden. Here are some information on how to apply for SNAP and WIC food relief programs: https://bit.ly/3LjtWnS

We have published a report explaining what community food initiatives can do to support cash-first approaches to food insecurity. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eG2tVrgA

Oregonians- even though it's a short legislative session this year, important anti-hunger opportunities are eat stake Please consider following the link to ask your representative to fund Summer EBT (here's why: https://lnkd.in/gpeRZfuq)

The Legislative Session is upon us and we must continue the dialogue about the necessity of advocating for policy changes. In short: food assistance alone cannot end hunger in our communities. We have to take action to prevent hunger from happening in the first place, requiring a systemic approach. Learn more about our 2024 anti-hunger policy priorities and take action at https://lnkd.in/g52WseqE ⤵️