HUNTSVILLE – The number of North Alabama families facing food insecurity has continued to increase, according to new numbers released by Feeding America.
According to Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap study, which reflects 2023 numbers, the latest available, the number of people who experience food insecurity has risen to 187,180 people – including 44,860 children — in the Food Bank of North Alabama’s coverage area, which includes Colbert, DeKalb, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marshall and Morgan counties.
Food Bank of North Alabama CEO Shirley Schofield said while the Food Bank staff is disappointed to see the need for food assistance in the community grow, everyone is ready to work hard to meet the challenge, especially with the help of existing and new partners…