Introduction
Food Insecurity
Food insecurity is a serious problem that affects millions of Americans every year. In 2021, over 10% of U.S. households were food insecure, meaning they lacked consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life. In Oklahoma, the rate of food insecurity is even higher, with an estimated 13.9% of households experiencing food insecurity in 2021.
The Role of Food Banks
Food banks play a critical role in addressing food insecurity by collecting and distributing food to those in need. The Food Bank of Oklahoma City (FBOKC) is the largest food bank in Oklahoma, serving over 500 partner agencies that provide food assistance to families and individuals in need.
FBOKC's Impact
In 2021, FBOKC distributed over 50 million pounds of food, providing over 120 million meals to Oklahomans in need. This food assistance helped to improve food security and reduce hunger in our communities.
There are many ways to support FBOKC and its mission to fight hunger in Oklahoma.
1. Donate Food:
One of the most direct ways to support FBOKC is to donate food. You can donate non-perishable food items at any of FBOKC's partner agencies or drop off food donations at FBOKC's main warehouse in Oklahoma City.
2. Donate Money:
Financial donations are also crucial to FBOKC's ability to provide food assistance. Every dollar donated provides three meals to Oklahomans in need.
3. Volunteer Your Time:
FBOKC relies heavily on volunteers to help with a variety of tasks, such as sorting and packing food, distributing food to partner agencies, and participating in community outreach events.
4. Host a Food Drive:
Food drives are a great way to collect food and raise awareness about hunger in your community. You can host a food drive at your school, workplace, or place of worship.
5. Advocate for Policies that Address Hunger:
Hunger is a complex issue that requires a multi-faceted approach. You can advocate for policies that address the root causes of hunger, such as increasing access to affordable housing, healthcare, and education.
When supporting FBOKC, it is important to avoid some common mistakes:
To support FBOKC effectively, follow these steps:
Supporting FBOKC and fighting hunger matters for several reasons:
Supporting FBOKC offers a number of benefits, including:
Hunger is a solvable problem. By supporting FBOKC, you can help to create a hunger-free Oklahoma. Please consider donating food, money, or time to FBOKC today. Together, we can ensure that all Oklahomans have access to the food they need to thrive.
Table 1: Food Insecurity in Oklahoma
Year | Percentage of Households Food Insecure |
---|---|
2016 | 12.7% |
2017 | 13.5% |
2018 | 13.8% |
2019 | 14.2% |
2020 | 17.2% |
2021 | 13.9% |
Source: Feeding America, Map the Meal Gap 2022
Table 2: FBOKC's Impact in 2021
Metric | Value |
---|---|
Food Distributed | Over 50 million pounds |
Meals Provided | Over 120 million |
Partner Agencies Served | Over 500 |
Source: Food Bank of Oklahoma City, Annual Report 2021
Table 3: Ways to Support FBOKC
Method | How to Help |
---|---|
Donate Food | Drop off non-perishable food items at partner agencies or FBOKC's warehouse |
Donate Money | Make a financial donation online or by mail |
Volunteer Your Time | Contact FBOKC to learn about volunteer opportunities |
Host a Food Drive | Collect food donations through your school, workplace, or place of worship |
Advocate for Policies | Support policies that address the root causes of hunger |
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