The impact is seen on the smiles of our participants and on kitchen tables throughout the U.S.
The Numbers
Numbers tell an important part of our story of people gathering together to help their neighbors in need. More people are helping us create more meals for more neighbors than ever before. We are growing because the need for help keeps growing. Here are a few important numbers from 2024.
1.7 million
meals packed
4,640
volunteers created meals to help their neighbors
40
283,580
11 tons
3,500
The Need
Household incomes often fall short of covering both groceries and other necessary expenses, particularly with rising food prices and inflation. Challenges brought on by economic instability, unforeseen expenses, or even a health emergency can prevent a family from purchasing enough healthy food. No matter the cause, hunger continues to be a widespread need in our local communities and across the country. Hunger is also a need we can meet. We believe that when we unite to serve our neighbors, we can remove insecurity and restore hope.
1 in 5
Minnesota households can’t afford the food they need and rely on the emergency food system.
26%
of households with children are food insecure.
18%
of Minnesota households rely on the emergency food system.
40%
of people experiencing hunger are not eligible for federal food assistance benefits.