The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina (FBCCENC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting hunger and food insecurity in a 34-county region of North Carolina. With a mission to "nourish communities and end hunger," the FBCCENC works tirelessly to provide food assistance to those who need it most.
According to Feeding America, one in four children in North Carolina experiences food insecurity. This means that they do not have consistent access to enough food to live a healthy life. The FBCCENC estimates that 556,000 people in its service area are food insecure, including 170,000 children.
Food insecurity has a devastating impact on individuals and communities. Hungry children are more likely to experience health problems, academic difficulties, and behavioral issues. Food insecure adults are more likely to experience chronic health conditions, mental health problems, and unemployment.
The FBCCENC uses a multi-faceted approach to fighting hunger and food insecurity. Its strategies include:
The FBCCENC's work has a real and lasting impact on the lives of those it serves. Here are just a few success stories:
Sarah's Story:
Sarah is a single mother of two children. She works as a waitress, but her income is barely enough to cover her rent and utilities. She often had to skip meals to make sure her children had enough to eat.
Sarah reached out to the FBCCENC for help. The FBCCENC provided her with food assistance and connected her with a nutrition education program. Sarah learned how to make healthy meals on a budget and how to access other resources to help her family.
John's Story:
John is a retired veteran who lives on a fixed income. He has diabetes and relies on medication to manage his condition. The cost of his medication and other medical expenses left him with very little money for food.
John applied for food assistance from the FBCCENC. The FBCCENC provided him with food assistance and connected him with a local food pantry that could provide him with fresh produce and other healthy foods.
The Story of the Smith Family:
The Smith family lives in a rural area of the FBCCENC's service area. The nearest grocery store is over 20 miles away, and the family does not have a car. They often had to go without food because they could not afford to travel to the store.
The Smith family contacted the FBCCENC. The FBCCENC worked with a local church to establish a food pantry in their community. The pantry is now open once a week and provides the Smith family with access to fresh produce, canned goods, and other non-perishable food items.
There are many ways you can help the FBCCENC fight hunger and food insecurity. Here are a few ideas:
The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina is a vital resource for the communities it serves. Its work is essential to fighting hunger and food insecurity and to improving the lives of thousands of North Carolinians.
Together, we can end hunger in our communities.
Statistic | Source |
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1 in 4 children in North Carolina experiences food insecurity. | Feeding America |
556,000 people in the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina's service area are food insecure. | Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina |
170,000 children in the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina's service area are food insecure. | Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina |
Health Outcome | Source |
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Hungry children are more likely to experience health problems, such as asthma, anemia, and developmental delays. | Feeding America |
Food insecure adults are more likely to experience chronic health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. | Feeding America |
Education Outcome | Source |
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Hungry children are more likely to have difficulty paying attention in school and are more likely to repeat a grade. | Feeding America |
Food insecure adults are more likely to have lower literacy rates and are less likely to have a high school diploma. | Feeding America |
Strategy | Pros | Cons |
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Distributing food to those in need | Pros: Provides immediate relief to those who are hungry. Cons: Can be expensive and difficult to sustain. | |
Supporting nutrition education and cooking classes | Pros: Helps people to make healthier choices and learn how to cook nutritious meals on a budget. Cons: Can be time-consuming and may not be effective for everyone. | |
Advocating for policies that address hunger | Pros: Can have a long-term impact on hunger. Cons: Can be difficult to achieve and may not be effective in the short-term. |
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