“The fight against hunger demands we overcome the cold logic of the market, focused on mere economic profit.” -Pope Francis
Hunger Action Month
September is Hunger Action Month and a time to remember the millions of families in the United States and around the world who go without enough food each day.
Hunger is not a distant issue —it is present in every community. According to Feeding America, more than 44 million people in the U.S., including 1 in 5 children, live in food-insecure households.
Globally, 733 million people faced chronic hunger in 2023, reports the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
This reality is not inevitable. It is the result of choices and systems that we have the power to change.
As people of faith, we know that programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are lifelines for millions of families.
Right now, the White House is proposing a stopgap funding bill to keep the government funded through January 31, 2026, avoiding a shutdown that was set to begin October 1.
This continuing resolution (CR) maintains current spending levels and any future changes to SNAP, including reversals or restorations, would rely on amendments included in this funding package.
Take Action
- Urge your members of Congress to support legislation that reverses harmful SNAP cuts here.
- Volunteer your time or donate to your nearest food bank. Find a local pantry here.
- Nearly 40% of food in the U.S. is wasted. Learn ways to reduce food waste in your home and community here.
Did you know?
Did you know?
In Michigan, approximately 1.5 million residents, including over 400,000 children, face food insecurity. The state has introduced two key initiatives to help address this challenge:
Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) – SUN Bucks: This program offers $120 per eligible child to purchase nutritious food during the summer months.
MI Healthy School Meals for All: This legislation provides no-cost meals to all students in public schools from pre-K through 12th grade statewide. Recent updates confirm that the program will continue through the 2025 – 26 school year.
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