Advocate
9.5 Billion Meals Are at Risk
The data in Feeding America’s most recent Map the Meal Gap report is clear: 152,720 people in our service area are now food insecure, up from 132,240 last year. That is 1 in 8 neighbors. The situation is especially concerning for children, where in some areas, more than 1 in 3 lack consistent access to food.
Hunger continues to affect every corner of our country, from bustling cities to rural towns. Yet, senators are considering spending cuts to critical nutrition programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP is the nation’s most impactful hunger-relief program. Cutting these benefits means that it will be even harder for families and individuals to access the nutritious food we all need to thrive.
Urge your senators to protect SNAP to make it easier, not harder, for hardworking families to put food on the table.
Write Now!
- Tell lawmakers to protect SNAP!
Advocate
Advocating for the Foodbank amplifies the voices of our food insecure neighbors and drives meaningful change in society. By actively raising awareness about hunger and the crucial role food banks play in supporting vulnerable communities, advocates can garner public support and influence policymakers to prioritize effective solutions. Advocacy efforts also help in securing vital resources, funding, and legislative support necessary for food banks to continue our essential work. By uniting as advocates, we can challenge misconceptions surrounding hunger, promote equitable access to nutritious food, and foster a more compassionate and supportive community for all.
Take Action
- Contact state and local representatives about key issues that address food insecurity.
- Register to vote and vote often.
- Educate others on the services the Foodbank provides.
For more information, contact our
Chief Programs and Innovation Officer at (757) 314-4572.
Share Your Story
Have you provided support to someone experiencing food insecurity? Have you found yourself in a situation where you needed assistance from the Foodbank due to limited resources? Were you faced with difficult choices such as deciding between food and essential expenses like medicine, housing payments, or clothing for your children? We would be honored to share your stories with others to raise awareness about hunger-related issues and highlight the impact of helping one another. We will not disclose names without permission. Please feel free to contact our Director of Development and Marketing at (757) 314-5475 to share your experiences.