food insecurity

The Hawaii Foodbank is hosting Food Drive Day on August 29, 2026, to raise funds and combat food insecurity in Hawaii. The event invites community support to address the issue of food insecurity across the state.

Dallas-Fort Worth families are experiencing increased hunger due to federal cuts. Texas led the nation in food insecurity for three consecutive years in 2024 and has the most residents losing SNAP benefits in 2025 and 2026.

Nonprofit Brighter Bites addresses summer hunger by distributing fresh produce to families in Prince George’s County and D.C., serving over 60,000 families and 30,000 children since 2018. The organization partners with community sites like libraries and art centers, including the Creative Suitland Arts Center, to provide food and nutrition education.

A new climate study links centuries of drought to pressures on Bronze Age societies that inspired Homer's The Odyssey, showing how environmental stress, food insecurity, and failing trade networks contributed to societal collapse and survival. The findings highlight the role of climate in shaping the ancient world depicted in the epic.

The world’s leading authority on food insecurity reported improved conditions in Gaza following a famine that affected parts of the Palestinian territory last year. However, the gains remain fragile with potential for deterioration.

The 2026 telethon for Forgotten Harvest, Metro Detroit's largest food rescue organization, raised tens of thousands of dollars with support from the Scripps Howard Fund and a matching gift from Cynthia and Edsel Ford. Forgotten Harvest distributes 144,000 pounds of surplus food daily to address food insecurity affecting over 1.5 million people in Michigan. The article highlights partnerships with churches, Detroit organizations, and the Detroit Auto Show.

Food insecurity in Africa improved for the first time in a decade, with the hunger rate declining from 20.3% in 2024 to 20% in 2025. Moderate or severe food insecurity decreased by 1.9%, affecting 8.6 million fewer people.

Rising U.S. home prices and proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) are forcing low-income rural residents to prioritize housing over nutrition, exacerbating health issues like obesity and diabetes. A study by the Rural Livability Project at the University of Wisconsin–Madison links housing stress and food insecurity to higher prevalence of chronic health conditions in rural areas.

Forgotten Harvest's Healthy Food, Healthy Kids program distributes 100,000 free lunches to children in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties during the summer, addressing food insecurity through donor funding and volunteer efforts. The initiative supports organizations like Mint Artists Guild, which employs youth in Detroit, ensuring consistent meals for children when school cafeterias are closed.

The UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development warns that conflicts and energy market disruptions could increase global hunger by driving up food and fuel costs. A new U.N. report projects over 500 million people may still face chronic hunger by 2030, with Africa most affected. IFAD President Alvaro Lario highlights how wars, energy shocks, and climate change strain food systems and rural livelihoods.

Afghanistan remains in a severe humanitarian crisis five years after the Taliban took control, with acute food insecurity affecting nearly half the population. Despite reduced armed conflict, economic stagnation, declining foreign aid, and widespread unemployment persist, while women's rights and girls' education have been curtailed.

Over 4 million Americans have lost access to SNAP benefits since Congress passed President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law. Experts, including trauma surgeon Dr. Sharven Taghavi, link reduced food assistance to increased gun violence, citing studies showing SNAP expansion correlates with lower firearm injury rates.

Fort Bend County veterans and military families can now receive free monthly food assistance through a new partnership. Combined Arms, a veterans nonprofit, reports nearly one in four Houston-area veterans experiences food insecurity, with rising demand among active-duty service members and military families.

The California State University system's Basic Needs Initiative, launched a decade ago to address food and housing insecurity, has expanded to serve over 77,000 students annually. The program now aims to shift from reactive support to proactive holistic measures, addressing barriers like childcare and transportation to reduce student attrition, particularly among Latino students.

A Michigan Senate bill sponsored by Dayna Polehanki aims to make universal free school meals permanent, supported for reducing food insecurity and saving families money, though some lawmakers oppose due to funding concerns. The program, already in place in Michigan and eight other states, would no longer require annual budget approvals if passed.

Local 10 and Publix partner for their 6th annual 'Food for Thought' campaign to address food insecurity in South Florida, where nearly 1 million residents lack consistent access to nutritious food. The initiative supports nonprofits like The Cupboard of Goodman JFS, which serves 600 families monthly, and includes school food pantries, weekend backpack meals, and community gardens.

Over 17 million people in nine conflict-affected states in northern Nigeria face severe hunger, according to the UN's WFP, which attributes the crisis to violence and funding cuts. Some displaced individuals are fleeing to neighboring Benin.

Urban farming in Johannesburg is helping the city's poorest households address food insecurity and adapt to climate change. The practice, promoted as a solution to these challenges, now requires greater investment to scale its impact.

Local 4 volunteers and partners helped pack food boxes for Gleaners Community Food Bank's Hunger Free Summer initiative in Taylor, aiming to address food insecurity for children during school breaks. The event, supported by Citizens Bank and Rocket Community Fund, focused on providing meals to families facing summer financial challenges, with volunteers assembling boxes containing 24 pounds of food each.

Food insecurity in Charlotte worsens during summer break as children lose access to school meals, impacting nearly 850,000 students statewide. Nonprofits like Feeding Charlotte and NourishUp address the issue by redistributing surplus food and seeking community support, with Feeding Charlotte recently receiving a $5,000 grant from Alliance Health.

Four Central Texas teens have developed an app to combat food insecurity during the summer by helping families access food, identify allergens, and create meals using available ingredients.

A year-long pilot program in Denver and Del Norte provided no-cost groceries to people struggling financially, even if they were not eligible for SNAP. The initiative aims to address food insecurity through a novel approach.

The University of Dayton’s Flyer Farm converted six tennis courts into an urban farm that donates thousands of pounds of produce annually while offering students hands-on learning opportunities. The initiative addresses food insecurity through urban agriculture.

Pope Leo XIV visited WFP headquarters in Rome and emphasized that food is a fundamental human right, urging action on global hunger. He warned that conflict is a major driver of food insecurity worldwide.

Climate-induced crop failures, livestock deaths, and water shortages in Somalia are exacerbating food insecurity and malnutrition. These challenges make it difficult for families to maintain stable incomes and consistent food supplies.

John Casto from Colorado Springs has been working to fight food insecurity for over two decades and was nationally recognized earlier this month for his efforts. He expressed his passion for giving back and teaching others to do similar work.

San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahmood introduced the Affordable Groceries Act, a proposed tax measure aimed at addressing rising grocery prices and food insecurity. The bill seeks to create affordable grocery stores through tax incentives and will appear on the November ballot.

A Michigan program aims to address summer food insecurity by providing assistance through a phone call. The state reports one in six children experience food insecurity, with rising grocery and fuel prices exacerbating the issue. In 2024, 7 million free meals were distributed via summer nutrition programs, but access remains challenging, as only 15 out of 100 eligible children nationwide reach food sites.

The article examines how the placement of grocery stores impacts food insecurity among Houston residents. It highlights the role of store locations in shaping neighborhood access to food.

The United Nations warns that the Middle East war is causing higher fuel and food costs, driving more people into acute hunger and deepening food insecurity globally. Predictions of a hunger crisis linked to the conflict are becoming reality.

A Federal Reserve Bank survey shows the share of Americans facing food insecurity has increased since the Biden administration, continuing a post-pandemic trend.

A new survey by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals that food insecurity is affecting more families now than during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, indicating a worsening situation compared to the pandemic's peak.

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reports a significant rise in food insecurity among American households since 2020, particularly affecting lower-educated, lower-income, and households with young children due to economic strains.

Low-income households in the U.S. are experiencing a significant rise in food insecurity, driven by a K-shaped economy. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York attributes this trend to growing economic disparities, with many Americans feeling worse off due to the crisis.

Benin's new president, Romauld Wadagni, prioritizes economic prosperity amid challenges like poverty and security threats. The IMF projects 7% economic growth and 2% inflation, but over a third of the population lives below the poverty line, and jihadist attacks have increased due to regional instability.

A UN-backed report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Programme (WFP), and the Lebanese government warns that over 1.24 million people in Lebanon are expected to face acute food insecurity at crisis levels or worse.