There is more to hunger than an empty stomach — especially for children. Hunger impacts every aspect of a child’s life. It affects their physical, mental, and social development — compromising not only their present, but their future. Continue reading
Helping Kids Thrive All Year Long
When kids are hungry, they can’t thrive. That’s why we support numerous hunger-relief agencies that work to end childhood hunger throughout our 40-county service area. Whether they directly serve children, or ensure parents have sufficient groceries to cook a healthy dinner, our partners work hard to keep kids’ bellies full. Continue reading
Serving Up Meals and Books
The librarians at the Kent District Library in Comstock Park may appreciate a quiet place to read, but they’re anything but quiet when it comes to speaking up against hunger. Continue reading
Determined, Courageous, Resourceful: Three Families’ Stories
We meet many resilient parents fighting hunger in their own homes. Their stories are unique, but one aspect is always the same: They do whatever they can to ensure their children have the food they need. Continue reading
Meet a Food Banker: Francesca
Francesca, our reclamation coordinator, readies thousands of pounds of food for distribution every month. Her passion for hunger-relief inspires us daily. Get to know her in this Q&A! Continue reading