HUNGER IN CENTRAL FLORIDA

Hunger affects people of all backgrounds and many communities across Central Florida. It impacts men, women and children of all races, ethnicities and economic backgrounds. Hunger is the result of any number of root causes, including lack of affordable housing, educational opportunities or working a low-wage job. However, not everyone facing hunger qualifies for federal nutrition assistance programs. In Central Florida, 35.6% of food-insecure individuals are unlikely to qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) because their income is just above the threshold. Even among those who qualify, SNAP benefits often do not cover the full cost of a meal. In 99% of U.S. counties, SNAP benefits fall short due to high grocery prices remaining a challenge for many families. (source Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida)

Hunger affects every county in Central Florida, but together, we can change the path. View Central Florida and county-by-county hunger stats to understand the need, and get a county-by-county breakdown of community  / local resources to help.