When the pandemic hit, Meg and her family went from stability to survival almost overnight. With help from a Feed the Children partner, they found hope, groceries, and a path forward—just when they needed it most.
As families gear up for the new school year, many are feeling the financial strain of rising costs for supplies and essentials. With some parents spending over $1,000 just to get their kids classroom-ready, organizations like Feed the Children are stepping in to help ease the burden.
Lyla and her brother CJ start their mornings early—not for play, but to make it to school in time for a free breakfast. For families like theirs, the cafeteria isn’t just part of the school day—it’s a vital source of nourishment.
Some families pass down heirlooms and traditions—others, the burden of food insecurity. Troy and Cassie are determined to break that cycle for their children, with help from a community that once supported them and still does today.
When one income barely covers the basics and emergencies keep piling up, Jenny finds a way to keep her family going. Her story is one of quiet strength, daily sacrifice—and the impact your support can make.
In today’s America, where rising prices stretch every dollar, millions of families are quietly going hungry. For parents like Reagan, the struggle isn’t from lack of effort, but from being left without enough options when they need help most.
In Oklahoma City, a summer community event brought together nonprofits and local partners to provide food, essentials, and support to hundreds of families. With smiles, supplies, and services, it offered vital relief during one of the hungriest times of the year.
Did you know that 1 in 5 children around the world goes to bed hungry? These five powerful facts reveal the urgent need to take action—and how, together, we’re working toward a world where no child goes to bed hungry.
Children at St. Luke Baptist Church in Spencer, Oklahoma, enjoy meals and reading mentorship through the Feed and Read program, keeping them nourished and academically engaged. This initiative helps them retain their skills and fosters a love for reading during the summer.
As a single parent and principal’s assistant, Lashay juggles the immense responsibility of nurturing her own family while supporting hundreds of students at Tri-Cities High School. Thanks to the Feed the Children Food and Essentials Hub, Lashay witnesses firsthand the transformative impact of accessible resources, fostering a community where every child can thrive.
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