JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippi Food Network (MFN) called for Mississippians to come together during Hunger Action Month, which is held in September.
Studies showed that the United States has reached its highest rate of food insecurity in more than a decade, totaling 47 million people, including 14 million children. MFN said they see food insecurity range from a low of 14.8% in Rankin County to a high of 28.8% in Holmes County. With recent cuts to SNAP and Medicaid, MFN officials said this number could grow.
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“People across the country have demonstrated immense care for their neighbors in crisis time and time again, helping to build stronger, more resilient communities,” said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America. “Ending the hunger crisis in America is no different. When we all work together, alongside our neighbors facing hunger, we can find solutions to ensure that everyone has the food they need to thrive. This Hunger Action Month, our hope for the nation is to start building this new reality together, through unified action toward a shared vision of a hunger free America.”
The MFN accepts donations online, and those interested can get involved locally at these events:
- Wearing orange on September 9, which is Hunger Action Day
- Join us for MFN’s annual fundraiser, Moonlight Market, on September 11
- Volunteer with MFN on volunteer Saturday the 13
- Spread the word on social media
“One thing we continually see is the great need for food in Mississippi, but also the great hearts of its people,” said Cass Mobley, interim CEO of the MFN. “We invite you to join us in focusing our attention on food insecurity this September.”
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