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In 2023, the United States witnessed a sharp rise in food insecurity. One of the key drivers behind this surge has been inflation, which has increased the cost of basic necessities, including food.
Arkansas has been affected more than most of the other states in our nation. According to the most recent U.S. Census, Arkansas is ranked:
Second in the Nation for Overall Population, Elderly, and Childhood Food Insecurity.
Almost 25% all households in Fayetteville live under the poverty level.
Washington County is second only to Pulaski County for the number of children on the free and reduced lunch program.
Statistics show that this level of poverty leads to homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse, rising crime rates, and serious health conditions.
What is Food Insecurity?
1 out of every 3 people
live paycheck to paycheck.
WITH
90% of their wages being spent on day to day basic expenses.
These families are just ONE crisis from facing hunger.
Causes of Food InSecurity
These are the types of crises that can cause a family to be faced with hunger.