Too many kids (and families) are hungry in America.
When school is out for the summer, many children
lose access to their free or reduced lunches and will be hungry.
There is something we all can do about it.
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"When
school lets out for the summer, millions of children lose access to the
school breakfasts, lunches and after school snacks they receive during
the regular school year. Only 1 out of 6 children who receive free or
reduced-price meals during the school year continue to receive meals
during the summer months. Low-income families with children face even
more challenges during the summer when they stretch their food budget to
provide additional meals for their children."
quoted from Odwalla Hunger in the Summer
I have always realized that hunger is a real problem in America. As I had my own kids and they started school, I saw children in their classes struggling with these issues. It is heartbreaking and hard to not want to help in any way you can.
Last year my husband lost his job and has not worked since.
Luckily we are still able to provide food and shelter and safety for our children,
but it did make me stop and really think about how close so many people
are to being in a situation where they are struggling to provide for their families.
While my own children have not had to face this issue head on,
I know their are many children that go to the same school
who have and who continue to have real needs.
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