Who Is Hungry

There are currently about 100,000 people living at or below the poverty line in
central and northeast Missouri.

Kids
Nearly 45,000 children qualify for free or reduced price school lunches. Unfortunately, there are only a few summer feeding programs that meet this growing need when school is out.

Working Poor
The working poor comprise more than 70 percent of those receiving assistance from food pantries. The vast majority of these don't receive food stamps or government cash assistance, and earn less than $950 per month.

Elderly
The elderly continue to be the fastest-growing group in need of assistance due to fixed incomes and rising medical expenses.

You Can Help
Every dollar you contribute provides 20 pounds of food - or about 15 meals.
You can help today! Click here to donate online now.